Bed Quote by Megan Whalen Turner
“Costis bowed stiffly. “I am here to make sure that you stay in bed, Your Majesty, because if this offends you and you order me summarily executed, it is no loss. Politically speaking.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thief, by Megan Whalen Turner, 1996
A character offers to stay in bed for the monarch, risking execution, highlighting political loyalty versus personal safety.
In simple terms: Loyalty can demand personal sacrifice.
Key Takeaway
Weigh duty against risk.
Themes
loyalty
politics
danger
Mood
dramatic
tense
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- royal duties
- military orders
- personal safety
Key Concepts
court intrigue
ethical dilemma
Questions to Reflect On
- When is loyalty justified?
- What are the costs of political obedience?
A Different Perspective
Blind loyalty can be exploited by those in power.
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