Children Quote by Patrick Ness
““ The parson refused to believe the Apothecary could help, said the monster. When times were easy, the parson nearly destroyed the Apothecary, but when the going grew tough, he was willing to throw aside every belief if it would save his daughters. "So?" Conor said. "So would anyone! So would everyone ! What did you expect him to do?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Rest of the World, 2015
Desperation can make people abandon long‑held beliefs to protect loved ones.
In simple terms: When stakes are high, belief can be discarded.
Key Takeaway
Values shift under pressure.
Themes
family
belief
desperation
Mood
tense
dramatic
Type
philosophical
narrative
When to use this quote
- war zones
- family emergencies
- moral crises
Key Concepts
ethical dilemmas
survival instincts
parental love
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for family?
- When is it right to abandon belief?
A Different Perspective
Moral flexibility may lead to regret.
