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“A fool sings what he will, the master told his anxious princess, "You must not take his word to heart. On the morrow he may remember another song and this one will never be heard again.” quote by George R.R. Martin
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““A fool sings what he will, the master told his anxious princess, "You must not take his word to heart. On the morrow he may remember another song and this one will never be heard again.””

George R.R. Martin

About This Quote

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

Beware of trusting words; they may change like songs, leaving you hearing nothing.

In simple terms: Words can be unreliable.

Key Takeaway

Question sources before believing.

Themes

trust communication uncertainty

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political negotiations
  • personal advice
  • media consumption

Key Concepts

literature cautionary wisdom

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you been misled by words?
  • How do you verify truth?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on words can lead to disappointment.

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