Words Quote by Percy B. Green
““A man of words and not of deeds Is like a garden full of weeds And when the weeds begin to grow It's like a garden full of snow And when the snow begins to fall It's like a bird upon the wall And when the bird away does fly It's like an eagle in the sky And when the sky begins to roar It's like a lion at the door And when the door begins to crack It's like a stick across your back And when your back begins to smart It's like a penknife in your heart And when your heart begins to bleed You're dead, and dead, and dead indeed.””
About This Quote
Empty words without action are barren, leading to decay and suffering; true deeds nourish the soul.
In simple terms: Words without deeds rot.
Key Takeaway
Act to give words value.
Themes
action
integrity
words
deeds
consequences
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
words:1
like bird:0
man words:0
like lion:0
words deeds:1
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- leadership
- personal development
- counseling
- creative writing
Key Concepts
symbolism
moral lesson
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you act on your promises?
- What prevents you from doing?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on metaphor may obscure practical advice.
