The Persians are very fond of wine ... It is also their…
“The Persians are very fond of wine ... It is also their general practice to deliberate upon affairs of weight when they are drunk; and then in the morning, when they are sober, the decision to which they came the night before is put before them by the master of the house in which it was made; and if it is then approved they act on it; if not, they set it aside. Sometimes, however, they are sober at their first deliberations, but in this case they always reconsider the matter under the influence of wine.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People often make important decisions while intoxicated, then later either confirm or discard them when sober, showing how alcohol can affect judgment and the need for re‑evaluation.
In simple terms: Decisions made under influence are later reassessed when sober.
Key Takeaway
Re‑evaluate decisions made under influence.
Themes
decision‑making
influence
re‑evaluation
culture
wisdom
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
advice
philosophical
cautionary
When to use this quote
- political councils
- business negotiations
- personal choices
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
social ritual
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you reconsider important choices after a change in state?
- How does alcohol affect group consensus?
A Different Perspective
Sober reflection may reveal flaws missed while drunk, but repeated cycles can stall action.