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“often dost thou utter that with thy tongue which thou wouldst not make good with thy deeds.” quote by Anonymous
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““often dost thou utter that with thy tongue which thou wouldst not make good with thy deeds.””

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About This Quote

Source Literature: Moral Treatise, Unknown Author, 17th century

The quote warns that spoken promises should be matched by actions, lest they be empty.

In simple terms: Words must be backed by deeds.

Key Takeaway

Align speech with action.

Themes

integrity honesty responsibility

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical advisory

When to use this quote

  • personal promises
  • leadership
  • relationships
  • public statements
  • contracts

Key Concepts

ethical consistency trust moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you failed to follow through?
  • How can you ensure alignment?
A Different Perspective

May be overly strict; context matters.

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