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Poison Quote by Publilius Syrus

“The honied tongue hath its poison.” quote by Publilius Syrus
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“The honied tongue hath its poison.”

Publilius Syrus

About This Quote

Source Fable: Sentences of the Wise, 1st century BC

Sweet words can be harmful, delivering poison despite their pleasant taste.

In simple terms: Nice words can hurt.

Key Takeaway

Beware of deceptive compliments.

Themes

deception language danger

Mood

cautious thoughtful

Type

philosophical warning

When to use this quote

  • political speech
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

rhetorical poison trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you trusted a flattering remark?
  • How do you discern sincerity?
A Different Perspective

Words can be misused for manipulation.

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