Draws Quote by Menander
“It is as easy to draw back a stone thrown with force from the hand, as to recall a word once spoken.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Frogs by Menander, 3rd century BC
Words spoken are hard to retract, like a stone thrown forcefully.
In simple terms: Spoken words are hard to take back.
Key Takeaway
Think before you speak.
Themes
communication
responsibility
language
consequences
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- conflict resolution
- teaching
- writing
Key Concepts
speech
retraction
memory
Questions to Reflect On
- What impact does your language have?
- How can you repair a spoken mistake?
A Different Perspective
Silence can be misinterpreted as consent.
