The Book of the Lion Sin Quotes

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Quote #10

Perhaps I had taken a path in the direction of God's city, without admitting to myself what I was doing. I crested the hill.

I blinked, and looked away. And then I turned my face toward it again—an unworthy face, with a sinner's eyes. (42.17-18)

Edmund finally beholds the beautiful city of Jerusalem. It's shining white, and he feels unworthy to look at it because he still feels generally unworthy and guilty due to his master's sin. But Edmund can't help but look at it again, however unworthy he is.