To know who you are without any delusions or sympathy is a moment of revelation that no one experiences unscathed.

What have you done?' he said, his voice hollow and strained. He stepped back and put his fists to his temples. 'What have you done!' With an effort, Eragon said, 'Made you understand.

A person must earn enlightenment, Eragon. It is not handed down to you by others, regardless of how revered they be.

What will happen will happen and I won't waste my time worrying.

A hatchling, that is what you are. A hatchling struggling into the world. I may be younger than you in years, but I am ancient in my thoughts. Do not worry about these things. Find peace in where and what you are. People often know what must be done. All you need to do is show them the way — that is wisdom.

Of the affairs of love ... my only advice is to be honest. That's your most powerful tool to unlock a heart or gain forgiveness.

You've seen things through my eyes.