Redwall Quotes

“Even the strongest and bravest must sometimes weep. It shows they have a great heart, one that can feel compassion for others.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“I am that is, my sword shall wield for me.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Friar Hugo, old friend, brace yourself. I am the bearer of tragic news!"

Alarm spread across Hugo's pudgy features. "Tell me, Jess. What dreadful thing has happened?"

Jess spoke haltingly in a broken voice. "I fear that Cluny has tore up one of your oldest and most venerable dishrags. Alas, Redwall will never see it wipe another plate.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“I fell, you see. Trod on my abbot, Father Habit. Oh, dear! I mean...”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Err, sorry Father Abbot. I tripped y'see. Trod on my Abbot, Father Habit. Oh dear, I mean....”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“The young mouse's eyes snapped open, clear and bright. He swung the ancient sword high and struck at the giant adder.
He struck for Redwall!
He struck against evil!
He struck for Martin!
He struck for Log-a-Log and his shrews!
He struck for dead Guosim!
He struck as Methuselah would have wanted him to!
He struck against Cluny the Scourge and tyranny!
He struck out against Captain Snow's ridicule!
He struck for the world of light and freedom!
He struck until his paws ached and the sword fell from them!”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Knowledge is a thing that one cannot have enough of. It is the fruit of wisdom, to be eaten carefully and digested fully, unlike that lunch you are bolting down, little friend.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“No doubt your sword is indeed a beautiful thing. It is a tribute to whoever forged it in bygone ages. There are very few such swords as this one left in the world, but remember, it is only a sword, Matthias! It contains no secret spell, nor holds within its blade any magical power. This sword is made for only one purpose, to kill. It will only be as good or evil as the one who wields it. I know that you intend to use it only for the good of your Abbey, Matthias; do so, but never allow yourself to be tempted into using it in a careless or idle way. It would inevitably cost you your life, or that of your dear ones. Martin the Warrior used the sword only for right and good. This is why it has become a symbol of power to Redwall. Knowledge is gained through wisdom, my friend. Use the sword wisely.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Are you going to go down on your knees and beg for your life, old one?"
Abbot Mortimer stared calmly into Cluny's savage eye. "I will never bend my knee on my own behalf. However, if I thought I could save the life of one of my friends I would gladly fall down on both knees. But I know you, Cluny, better than you know yourself. There is not a scrap of pity or mercy in your heart, only a burning desire for vengeance. Therefore, I will not kneel to one who is consumed by evil.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Basil Stag Hare tut-tutted severely as he remarked to Ambrose Spike, 'Tch, tch. Dreadful table manners. Just look at those three wallahs, kicking up a hullaballoo like that! Eating's a serious business.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Who knows, my friend? Maybe the sword does have some magic. Personally, I think it's the warrior who wields it.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Every Betrayal begins with trust-Phish

Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today-James Dean

Laugh as much as you breathe and love as long as you live-Anonymous”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Even the strongest and bravest must sometimes weep. It shows they have a great heart, one that can feel compassion for others. You are brave, Matthias. Already you have done great things for one so young. I am only a simple country-bred fieldmouse, but even I can see the courage and leadership in you. A burning brand shows the way, and each day your flame grows brighter. There is none like you, Matthias. You have the sign of greatness upon you. One day Redwall and all the land will be indebted to you. Matthias, you are a true Warrior.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“All work and no play makes Matthias a dull mouse.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Capital," cried Basil. "I could eat a stag, antlers and all. I say they they do make a wonderful nosebag for us wounded heroes, y'know.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“to heal the sick, care for the injured, and give aid to the wretched and impoverished. So was it written, and so has it been”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“is because you are kind and good, not a hard-hearted pitiless rat like Cluny. Please listen to me. Even the strongest and bravest must sometimes weep. It shows they have a great heart, one that can feel compassion for others. You are brave, Matthias. Already you have done great things for one so young. I am only a simple country-bred fieldmouse, but even I can see the courage and leadership in you. A burning brand shows the way, and each day your flame grows brighter.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Please listen to me. Even the strongest and bravest must sometimes weep. It shows they have a great heart, one that can feel compassion for others. You are brave, Matthias. Already you have done great things for one so young. I am only a simple country-bred fieldmouse, but even I can see the courage and leadership in you. A burning brand shows the way, and each day your flame grows brighter. There is none like you, Matthias. You have the sign of greatness upon you. One day Redwall and all the land will be indebted to you. Matthias, you are a true Warrior.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“This sword is made for only one purpose, to kill. It will only be as good or evil as the one who wields it.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Three figures crossed the Abbey gardens as the moon broke from behind a drifting cloudbank. The nearby pond was bathed in a silver sheen, parts of the sandstone wall reflecting back a wavery bluish light.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Knowledge is a thing that one cannot have enough of. It is the fruit of wisdom, to be eaten carefully and digested fully,”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Silently she crept off. Matthias could feel his heart beating against his chest. He spoke to the image of Martin. “Thank you, Warrior. You spoke to me through Cornflower. You gave me the sign that I asked of you.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“The fieldmouse untied her headband. It was her favorite one, pale yellow bordered with the cornflowers after which she was named. She tied it to Matthias’s arm, the right one, just above the elbow. A maiden’s colors for her champion warrior.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“The new day dawned in a haze of soft sunshine. It crept across the countryside suddenly to expand and burst forth over all the peaceful woods and meadowland. Blue-gold tinged with pink, each dewdrop turned into a scintillating jewel, spiders' webs became glittering filigree, birdsong rang out as if there had never been a day as fresh and beautiful as this one.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Cheesethief’s latest promotion was swift but brief. He never knew what it was that snuffed his life out!”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Don’t worry, Cornflower. I fully intend to take care of myself, for the safety of Redwall Abbey . . . and for you.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“cul-de-sac!”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“The hare twitched his ears confidently. “Say no more, laddie. You’ve come to the right stag.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“It would be a surprise manoeuvre. A handpicked squad led by him would carry out the mission. Dressed in Cluny’s war helmet and armour, Redtooth would stay back in the meadow. His disguise would be sufficient to fool the defenders from the distance of the high walls.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall

“Skullface had time for just one agonized scream before he fell. The iron-shod cartwheels rolled over him. He lay in a red mist of death, the life ebbing from his broken body.”
― Brian Jacques, Redwall