Quote by Steven Erikson

If by our sacrifice - yours and mine,' said Onos T'oolan, 'the pain of one life can be ended; if, by our deaths, this one can be guided home... we will judge this a worthy cause.

If by our sacrifice - yours and mine,' said Onos T'oolan, 't

Summary

The quote reflects the willingness to make sacrifices for the greater good. Onos T'oolan suggests that if they are able to end someone's suffering through their sacrifices, and if their deaths can ultimately lead that person towards a better path, then they consider it a justifiable and noble cause. It showcases the belief that one life saved and guided to a happier existence is of great significance, making the sacrifices and deaths worthwhile accomplishments.

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By Steven Erikson

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