Hee that demands misseth not, unlesse his demands be…
“Hee that demands misseth not, unlesse his demands be foolish.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A demand that is unreasonable should not be set, unless the demand itself is foolish.
In simple terms: Unreasonable demands are foolish.
Key Takeaway
Avoid making unreasonable demands.
Themes
demands
reasonableness
foolishness
ethics
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- personal relationships
- leadership
Key Concepts
logic
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it acceptable to challenge a demand?
- How do you recognize a foolish demand?
A Different Perspective
The quote may not address power dynamics that force unreasonable demands.