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“Is it from your cheek that I took the seed?” quote by Markus Zusak
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““Is it from your cheek that I took the seed?””

Markus Zusak

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Book Thief, Markus Zusak, 2005

A question about the origin of a seed metaphorically asks about responsibility for what is taken.

In simple terms: Who is responsible for what we receive?

Key Takeaway

Consider the source of what you accept.

Themes

responsibility metaphor origin

Mood

contemplative poetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • environmental stewardship
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

ethical ownership cause and effect

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the seed represent for you?
  • How does taking responsibility change actions?
A Different Perspective

Metaphors can be ambiguous.

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