Life Quote by Robin Hobb
““There were times when taking vengeance for the dead seemed too high a price for abandoning the living. I””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Liveship Traders Trilogy, 1998
Contemplates the moral cost of revenge versus protecting the living.
In simple terms: Revenge can be too costly when it endangers the living.
Key Takeaway
We the value of life over vengeance.
Themes
morality
revenge
humanity
Mood
thoughtful
somber
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- war aftermath
- family loss
- community rebuilding
Key Concepts
ethical dilemma
consequences
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- When is vengeance morally permissible?
- How do we balance justice and compassion?
A Different Perspective
Revenge may sometimes be justified for justice.
