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Poisons Quote by Eleanor Brown

“whose tongue more poisons than the adder’s tooth !” quote by Eleanor Brown
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““whose tongue more poisons than the adder’s tooth !””

Eleanor Brown

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unknown, 19th century, attributed to Eleanor Brown

The speaker warns that harmful speech can be more dangerous than a venomous bite, emphasizing the destructive power of words.

In simple terms: Words can hurt more than a snake bite.

Key Takeaway

Choose words carefully.

Themes

communication danger responsibility

Mood

reflective cautionary

Type

advice warning

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • public speaking
  • online discourse

Key Concepts

rhetoric ethics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you assess the harm of your words?
  • Can silence be more damaging than speech?
A Different Perspective

The impact of words depends on context and intent.

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