Heed Quote by George Herbert
“Take heed of a person marked, and a Widdow thrice married. [Take heed of a person marked, and a widow thrice married.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Altar", 1633
Heed warnings about marked individuals and repeatedly married widows as cautionary symbols.
In simple terms: Beware dubious people and repeated misfortune.
Exercise caution in relationships.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- social research
- historical study
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What do the markings signify?
- How do repeated marriages affect social perception?
Interpretations may vary across cultures.