Sages Quote by Janny Wurts
““Because the factual account lay hopelessly entangled between legend and theology, sages in the seventh age meditated upon the ancient past, and recalled through visions the events as they happened. Contrary to all expectation, the conflict did not begin on the council stair of Etarra, nor even on the soil of Athera itself; instead the visions started upon the wide oceans of the splinter world, Dascen Elur. This is the chronicle the sages recovered. Let each who reads determine the good and the evil for himself.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Empire Trilogy by Janny Wurts, 1990s
Historical narratives blend myth and faith; readers must discern moral truths themselves.
In simple terms: Stories mix myth and truth.
Key Takeaway
Judge good and evil personally.
Themes
myth
history
morality
interpretation
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- reading fiction
- educational discussion
- ethical debate
Key Concepts
literary analysis
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What moral lessons do you find?
- How does myth shape your view of history?
A Different Perspective
Subjective interpretation may vary.
