Children Quote by Herodotus
““Astyages had a daughter called Mandane, and he dreamed one night that she urinated in such enormous quantities that it filled his city and swamped the whole of Asia.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Histories, 5th century BC
Narrates a mythic dream of a flood caused by a daughter's excessive urination, symbolizing overwhelming forces.
In simple terms: A dream of a flood from a daughter's urination.
Key Takeaway
Beware of unchecked excess.
Themes
myth
flood
dreams
Mood
reflective
curious
Type
mythological
literary
When to use this quote
- cultural storytelling
- literary analysis
- psychology discussions
Key Concepts
symbolism
excessive power
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the flood represent?
- How do myths warn about excess?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation may vary.
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