Humor Quote by Martha Finley
““Verily I say unto you," Stuart said, looking Cyril straight in the eye and folding his arms, "that if you do not mind your sister Millie, you will be smitten both hip and thigh””
About This Quote
A warning is given that neglecting a sister leads to being struck in both hip and thigh.
In simple terms: Neglect leads to painful consequences.
Key Takeaway
Respect family to avoid harm.
Themes
family
responsibility
consequences
Mood
cautionary
serious
Type
didactic
folklore
When to use this quote
- Sibling relationships
- parenting
- community guidance
Key Concepts
Moral lesson
warning
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “smitten” symbolize?
- How can we apply this today?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may be unclear to modern readers.
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