Brother, even by my mother's dust, I charge you, Do not betray me to your mirth or hate.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A plea for loyalty to family despite personal conflict.
- In plain terms
- Do not hurt family for fun or hate.
- What can you take from it?
- Protect family bonds from conflict.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle betrayal?
- What loyalty means to you?
Another view
Sometimes family members must be held accountable.
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