The Alloy of Law (Mistborn, #4)

by Brandon Sanderson

But the mark of a great man is one who knows when to set aside the important things in order to accomplish the vital ones.”

Do not seek lust without commitment. See the strengths in all flaws. Pray and meditate fifteen minutes a day. And don’t waste time worshipping Harmony. Doing good was the worship.

People quieted save for a few whimperings from the overtaxed.

“To be of use in even a single burst of flame and sound is worth more than a lifetime of achieving nothing.”