Doom Quote by Merlin Excalibur
“STAND BACK! Be silent! Be still!... That's it... and look upon this moment. Savor it! Rejoice with great gladness! Great gladness! Remember it always, for you are joined by it. You are One, under the stars. Remember it well, then... this night, this great victory. So that in the years ahead, you can say, 'I was there that night, with Arthur, the King!' For it is the doom of men that they forget.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Excalibur (1981) – spoken by Merlin
A call to fully experience a triumphant moment, cherish it, and remember it as a shared victory for future generations.
In simple terms: Savor and remember a great victory.
Key Takeaway
Live fully, remember the moment.
Themes
celebration
memory
unity
heroism
spirituality
Mood
joyful
reflective
triumphant
Type
inspirational
poetic
When to use this quote
- celebrations
- historical reenactments
- personal milestones
Key Concepts
epic storytelling
collective memory
presence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep pivotal moments alive?
- What rituals help you honor shared victories?
A Different Perspective
Recognition may fade over time, making remembrance difficult.
