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“Sooner if a certain prince would be quiet.” quote by George R.R. Martin
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““Sooner if a certain prince would be quiet.””

George R.R. Martin

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Game of Thrones, George R.R. Martin, 1996

A prince who speaks too much should learn restraint to avoid trouble.

In simple terms: Quiet is wiser than noisy.

Key Takeaway

Practice restraint before speaking.

Themes

communication humility power prince speech

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

advice literary

When to use this quote

  • royal court
  • political negotiations
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

political intrigue court etiquette

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you needed to hold back words?
  • How does silence affect authority?
A Different Perspective

Silence can be misinterpreted as weakness.

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