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“I swear to hold my tongue about it till the end of your worship's days, and God grant I may be able to let it out tomorrow” quote by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra
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““I swear to hold my tongue about it till the end of your worship's days, and God grant I may be able to let it out tomorrow””

Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra

About This Quote

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

Patience and restraint keep secrets safe until the right moment to reveal them.

In simple terms: Hold back until the right time.

Key Takeaway

Practice patience before speaking.

Themes

patience restraint timing

Mood

thoughtful calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • negotiations
  • personal secrets
  • public speaking
  • null

Key Concepts

self-control wisdom

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is silence wiser than speech?
  • What risks arise from delayed truth?
A Different Perspective

Waiting may cause missed opportunities.

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