Dog Quote by J.R.R. Tolkien
““Thou smellest of dog, and what news of good came ever to a cat from a fairy that had had dealings with the dogs?””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Silmarillion, 1977
A whimsical rhetorical question highlighting the absurdity of expecting positive news from an unlikely source.
In simple terms: Expecting good from unlikely sources is absurd.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about sources of good.
Themes
humor
absurdity
expectations
Mood
playful
ironic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily conversation
- literary analysis
- teaching
- creative writing
Key Concepts
rhetoric
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What sources do you dismiss as unlikely?
- How can humor reveal hidden truths?
A Different Perspective
May overlook genuine opportunities from unexpected places.
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