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“A man who believes the word of a donkey in preference to my word does not deserve to be lent anything.” quote by Idries Shah
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“A man who believes the word of a donkey in preference to my word does not deserve to be lent anything.”

Idries Shah

About This Quote

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

Trusting a donkey’s word over his own is unworthy of being trusted with anything.

In simple terms: Don’t trust a donkey over yourself.

Key Takeaway

Value your own judgment over unreliable sources.

Themes

trust authority self‑reliance

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

ethical practical

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • personal relationships
  • leadership

Key Concepts

critical thinking ego

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you trusted the wrong source?
  • How can you strengthen your own judgment?
A Different Perspective

Blind trust can lead to exploitation.

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