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“Why wilt thou be so sottish, such an enemy to thyself, as to prefer puddle-water, and that poisoned too and stolen, before pure living waters out of thy own well?” quote by Matthew Henry
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“Why wilt thou be so sottish, such an enemy to thyself, as to prefer puddle-water, and that poisoned too and stolen, before pure living waters out of thy own well?”

Matthew Henry

About This Quote

The speaker questions why someone would choose harmful, stolen water over pure, self‑sourced water, urging self‑reliance and purity.

In simple terms: Choosing harmful over pure self‑sourced water is foolish.

Key Takeaway

Seek purity and self‑reliance.

Themes

self‑reliance purity choice wisdom

Mood

reflective serious

Type

moral philosophical

When to use this quote

  • health decisions
  • spiritual practice
  • environmental choices

Key Concepts

theology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives people to harmful choices?
  • How can self‑sourced purity be achieved?
A Different Perspective

May ignore practical constraints.

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