All things Quote by Esaias Tegner
“In Phebus realm, in knowledge as in verse,All things are clear, the sun of Phoebus clear,Clear was his crystal, the Kastalian.What you cannot clearly say, you don't know:To tongue of man his thought brings word:What's said obscurely is what's thought obscurely.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, early 20th century verse
Clarity in speech reflects true knowledge; unclear words signal ignorance.
In simple terms: Clear speech shows clear thought.
Speak clearly, think clearly.
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Type
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public speaking
- writing
- debate
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What concepts do you struggle to articulate?
- How can you improve clarity?
Complex ideas may resist simple expression.