“The purpose of life is not to do what we want but what needs to be done.”

“I cannot pretend that I regard this with favor, but the purpose of life is not what we want but what needs to be done.”

“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.”

“What is the worth of anything we do? The worth is in the act. Your worth halts when you surrender the will to change and experience life.”

“Love, family, accomplishments - they are all torn away, leaving nothing. What is the worth of anything we do?Saphira: The worth is in the act. Your worth halts when you surrender the will to change and experience life.”

“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.”

“I know what we do is right but right doesn't always mean easy.”