Commitment Quote by The Talmud
“He who promises runs in debt”
About This Quote
A warning that making promises creates obligations that can become burdensome.
In simple terms: Promises create obligations.
Think before you promise.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business agreements
- personal relationships
- legal contracts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you honor all your promises?
- What are the costs of over‑promising?
Promises may be broken, causing loss of credibility.