Foolish Quote by George Herbert
“The wise hand doth not all that the foolish mouth speakes. [The wise hand doth not all that the foolish mouth speaks.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Wise Hand" from The Temple, 1633
The wise act wisely, not merely echoing the foolish words spoken by others.
In simple terms: Wise actions differ from foolish speech.
Act wisely, not just speak.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal conduct
- communication
- decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should we act despite foolish words?
- How can we balance listening and acting?
May ignore the value of listening to others.