Honor Quote by Raymond E. Feist
““Never offer an oath lightly. For you pledge not only your life and sacred honor, but your people’s honor as well. To break an oath is to be without honor, to be without a spirit, and to be apart from the people.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Darkness at Sethanon, Raymond E. Feist, 1994
Swearing an oath binds personal and communal honor; breaking it destroys integrity and unity.
In simple terms: Oaths tie personal and group honor; breaking them harms both.
Key Takeaway
Guard your promises and honor your community.
Themes
honor
commitment
integrity
community
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- military alliances
- political treaties
- personal vows
Key Concepts
ethics
social contract
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it justified to break an oath?
- How do you balance personal conscience with communal expectations?
A Different Perspective
Rigid oaths can become oppressive if misused.
