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Sword Quote by Susan Ee

“He reaches for the sword. I step back, not wanting to hand it over. 'What are you going to do, fight me for her?' he asks. He sounds like he's close to laughing. 'What are you going to do with it?' He sighs, seeming tired. 'Use it as a crutch, what do you think?” quote by Susan Ee
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““He reaches for the sword. I step back, not wanting to hand it over. 'What are you going to do, fight me for her?' he asks. He sounds like he's close to laughing. 'What are you going to do with it?' He sighs, seeming tired. 'Use it as a crutch, what do you think?””

Susan Ee

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Mortal Instruments, 2011

A character confronts someone holding power, questioning their motives and the burden of using it as a crutch.

In simple terms: Power can become a burden if misused.

Key Takeaway

Question the purpose of power.

Themes

power responsibility conflict trust

Mood

tense reflective

Type

dialogue dramatic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • leadership
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology ethics dependency

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibility comes with power?
  • How do you avoid using tools as crutches?
A Different Perspective

Power can be misinterpreted as strength.

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