You were such a promising boy. Of all the tragedies this lifelong war between brothers has caused, you are the saddest one of all
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker laments that a promising individual has become the greatest tragedy in a family feud.
- In plain terms
- This boy's downfall is the saddest result of the war between brothers.
- What can you take from it?
- Family conflicts often destroy the most hopeful members.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who in your life is most at risk?
Another view
Sometimes the saddest outcomes are inevitable.
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