Ask me Quote by Wovoka
“You ask me to plow the ground. Shall I take a knife and tear my mother's bosom? Then when I die she will not take me to her bosom to rest.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Vision of the Prophet, 1880
The speaker rejects violence against his mother, emphasizing the sanctity of life and the desire for peaceful rest after death.
In simple terms: Reject harming loved ones.
Key Takeaway
Respect life, seek peace.
Themes
family
violence
spirituality
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal conflict
- family disputes
- ethical decisions
Key Concepts
sacredness of life
nonviolence
Questions to Reflect On
- When is violence justified?
- How can we protect loved ones without harm?
A Different Perspective
Violence may be seen as necessary in extreme survival.
