Compassion Quote by Snorri Sturluson
““A sword age, a wind age, a wolf age. No longer is there mercy among men.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Hávamál, 13th century Icelandic literature
He describes a harsh era where mercy has vanished among people.
In simple terms: Mercy gone in a cruel age.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate compassion.
Themes
war
survival
morality
Mood
grim
reflective
Type
mythic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- war zones
- political upheaval
- social breakdown
Key Concepts
Historical cycles
human nature
ethical decay
Questions to Reflect On
- Can mercy survive in conflict?
- What restores compassion?
A Different Perspective
Mercy may be context-dependent, not absolute.
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