"Rappelle-toi bien ceci garçon Tous les nains peuvent être des bâtards mais tous les bâtards ne sont pas nécessairement des nains"
— George R.R. Martin
Simplified Meaning:
This quote is telling us not to judge people based on their appearance or background. It uses the term "dwarfs" to represent people who are short and "bastards" meaning people born out of wedlock or, more generally, people who are seen as bad or negative. The quote is saying that just because someone looks a certain way (like being a dwarf), it doesn’t mean they are a bad person (a bastard). Similarly, not all people who may have a bad background or reputation (bastards) appear a certain way (like being dwarfs). For example, in the real world, think about someone who comes from a poor or troubled family. Just because they have this background doesn’t mean they cannot be kind, hardworking, or successful. Likewise, someone who looks rough or different isn't necessarily mean or dishonest. This advice encourages us to look beyond first impressions and not make assumptions about others based on looks or background. It can help someone apply fairness and understanding in their interactions with others.