Loud people have thin, hollow bones. They can be broken in…
““Loud people have thin, hollow bones. They can be broken in half and discarded into a pit. They snap as easily as children do, but they will not burn as long in a fire. If a loud person tries to store his voice in a jar, he will not be able to, unless the jar is a mouth worn on the face of someone in his family, which he must prize open with his fingers while shouting deep into the hole there.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Loudness masks fragility; those who shout loudly lack inner strength and are easily broken.
In simple terms: Being loud often hides weakness.
Cultivate humility over volume.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- conflict resolution
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your volume reflect your confidence?
- What can you do to strengthen inner resilience?
Loudness can be a defense, not a solution.