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“Little pitchers have wide eares. [Little pitchers have wide ears.]” quote by George Herbert
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“Little pitchers have wide eares. [Little pitchers have wide ears.]”

George Herbert

About This Quote

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

People who speak loudly often lack depth, like pitchers with wide ears.

In simple terms: Loud speakers may be shallow.

Key Takeaway

Seek substance over noise.

Themes

communication humility perception

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical reflective

When to use this quote

  • public speaking
  • leadership
  • media consumption
  • education

Key Concepts

rhetoric social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern depth in conversation?
  • When have you misjudged someone?
A Different Perspective

Not all loud voices are shallow.

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