Cock Quote by Scott Lynch
““Said the reeve to the maid who was fresh to the farm Let me show you the beasts of the yard! Here's a cow that gives milk, and a pig that's for ham Here's a cur and a goat and a lamb; Here's a horse tall and proud and a well-trained old hawk, But the thing you should see is this excellent cock! Oh, some cocks rise early and some cocks stand tall, But he cock now in question works hardest of all! And they saw hard's a virtue, in a cock's line of work So what say you, lovely, will you give it a-””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Stolen Heir, 2010, Chapter 2
A playful, rustic invitation to appreciate the hardworking rooster as a symbol of diligence and virtue among farm animals.
In simple terms: Appreciate the diligent rooster.
Key Takeaway
Value hard work.
Themes
farm
humor
diligence
Mood
playful
lighthearted
inspirational
Type
poetic
humorous
motivational
When to use this quote
- farm tours
- team building
- motivational talks
- agricultural education
Key Concepts
symbolism
virtue
rural life
Questions to Reflect On
- How does hard work compare to talent?
- What other virtues are overlooked?
A Different Perspective
The rooster may be idealized, overlooking other important contributions.
