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Bread Quote by James Russell Lowell

“Not a deed would he do, Not a word would he utter, Till he's weighed its relation To plain bread and butter.” quote by James Russell Lowell
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“Not a deed would he do, Not a word would he utter, Till he's weighed its relation To plain bread and butter.”

James Russell Lowell

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Quaker's Song", 1840

He refrains from action and speech until he evaluates the moral weight of even simple tasks.

In simple terms: Think before acting or speaking.

Key Takeaway

Assess impact before acting.

Themes

morality reflection deliberation humility

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily chores
  • business decisions
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

ethical weighing mindful conduct

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does caution become indecision?
  • How to balance thought and action?
A Different Perspective

Overanalysis can lead to paralysis.

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