--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: No man, my lord, should make a vow, for…" description: "\"“No man, my lord, should make a vow, for if He ever swears he will not do a thing.”\" — Sophocles" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/80b/sophocles-370_swears_no-man-my-lord-should-make-a-vow-for-if_1750973.png" --- # No man, my lord, should make a vow, for if He ever swears… ![“No man, my lord, should make a vow, for if He ever swears he will not do a thing.” quote by Sophocles](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/80b/sophocles-370_swears_no-man-my-lord-should-make-a-vow-for-if_1750973.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/80b/sophocles-370_swears_no-man-my-lord-should-make-a-vow-for-if_1750973.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/80b/sophocles-370_swears_no-man-my-lord-should-make-a-vow-for-if_1750973.png) > ““No man, my lord, should make a vow, for if He ever swears he will not do a thing.”” [Sophocles](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/sophocles/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A promise made without certainty can bind one to impossible actions, leading to moral conflict. **In simple terms:** Vows made without certainty cause trouble. Key Takeaway Avoid making absolute promises. Themes morality promise conflict Mood reflective serious Type dramatic philosophical When to use this quote - personal relationships - political oaths - legal contracts Key Concepts Greek tragedy ethical dilemma Questions to Reflect On - Is it wiser to avoid absolute promises? - How do you handle broken vows? 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