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Jericho Quote by Libba Bray

“After Jericho's illness crippled him and his parents had abandoned him to the state, it was Will who'd stepped in as guardian. He had sheltered Jericho, fed and clothed him, and taught his ward what he could about running the museum and about Diviners. For that, Jericho supposed he owed him a…” quote by Libba Bray
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““After Jericho's illness crippled him and his parents had abandoned him to the state, it was Will who'd stepped in as guardian. He had sheltered Jericho, fed and clothed him, and taught his ward what he could about running the museum and about Diviners. For that, Jericho supposed he owed him a debt. But Will hadn't given Jericho the parts that mattered most. He hadn't given himself. The two of them had never gone fishing in a cold stream early on a summer's day and shared their thoughts on love and life while they watched the sun draw the curling morning mist from the water. They'd never discussed how to find one's place in the world, never talked of fathers and sons, or what makes someone a man. No. He and Will spoke in newspaper articles about ghosts. They conversed through the careful curation of supernatural knickknacks. And Jericho couldn't help but feel cheated at how little he'd gotten when he'd needed so much more. Why was there so much silence between men?””

Libba Bray

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Diviners by Libba Bray, 2012

A mentor can provide knowledge but may neglect deeper emotional bonds, leaving the mentee feeling incomplete.

In simple terms: Mentors give skills but sometimes miss emotional connection.

Key Takeaway

Seek both guidance and shared experiences.

Themes

mentorship emotional neglect growth

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career mentorship
  • family relationships
  • personal development
  • friendship

Key Concepts

psychology human connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can mentors balance teaching with personal connection?
  • What shared experiences deepen relationships?
A Different Perspective

Emotional intimacy is as vital as practical teaching.

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