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Belief Quote by William Edmondstoune Aytoun

“Fhairshon had a son, Who married Noah's daughter, And nearly spoiled to Flood, By trinking up ta water: Which he would have done, I at least believe it, Had the mixture peen Only half Glenlivet.” quote by William Edmondstoune Aytoun
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“Fhairshon had a son, Who married Noah's daughter, And nearly spoiled to Flood, By trinking up ta water: Which he would have done, I at least believe it, Had the mixture peen Only half Glenlivet.”

William Edmondstoune Aytoun

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Ballad of the Flood, 1825

A humorous tale of a man’s misadventure with water and drink.

In simple terms: A comic story about a flood and a drink.

Key Takeaway

Beware of careless actions.

Themes

humor folklore caution

Mood

lighthearted reflective

Type

satirical folkloric

When to use this quote

  • drinking parties
  • family gatherings
  • historical reenactments
  • teaching safety

Key Concepts

satire oral tradition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What modern parallels exist for careless indulgence?
  • How can humor teach responsibility?
A Different Perspective

The joke may obscure serious safety lessons.

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