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“Please, your story, or I shall offend the dignitaries of my kingdom by yawning at holy things.” quote by Diana Wynne Jones
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““Please, your story, or I shall offend the dignitaries of my kingdom by yawning at holy things.””

Diana Wynne Jones

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A warning that refusing to listen to someone's story can be seen as disrespectful to sacred matters.

In simple terms: Not listening offends sacred things.

Key Takeaway

Listen before judging.

Themes

respect storytelling etiquette

Mood

thoughtful curious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • council meetings
  • story circles
  • teaching sessions

Key Concepts

communication cultural sensitivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What stories do you dismiss?
  • How might listening change your view?
A Different Perspective

If the story is unimportant, listening may waste time.

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