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“Fhairshon had a son, Who married Noah's daughter, And nearly spoiled to Flood, By trinking up ta water: Which he would have done, I at least believe it, Had the mixture peen Only half Glenlivet.” quote by William Edmondstoune Aytoun
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“Fhairshon had a son, Who married Noah's daughter, And nearly spoiled to Flood, By trinking up ta water: Which he would have done, I at least believe it, Had the mixture peen Only half Glenlivet.”

William Edmondstoune Aytoun

About This Quote

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

A humorous tale of a man’s misadventure with water and drink.

In simple terms: A comic story about a flood and a drink.

Key Takeaway

Beware of careless actions.

Themes

humor folklore caution

Mood

lighthearted reflective

Type

satirical folkloric

When to use this quote

  • drinking parties
  • family gatherings
  • historical reenactments
  • teaching safety

Key Concepts

satire oral tradition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What modern parallels exist for careless indulgence?
  • How can humor teach responsibility?
A Different Perspective

The joke may obscure serious safety lessons.

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