April Quote by Robert Southey
“Three things a wise man will not trust, The wind, the sunshine of an April day, And woman's plighted faith.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Wise Man's Trust, Robert Southey, 1805
A wise man should not rely on fleeting, unreliable things like wind, sunshine, or a woman's promises.
In simple terms: Do not trust unreliable things.
Key Takeaway
Seek stable, trustworthy foundations.
Themes
wisdom
trust
skepticism
reliability
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- financial planning
- relationship decisions
- weather‑dependent activities
Key Concepts
philosophy
human nature
relationships
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you depend on that might be unreliable?
- How can you build more reliable systems?
A Different Perspective
Even trusted sources can fail unexpectedly.
