Aboard Quote by William Kidd
“If you will take her, you may take her, but if you go from aboard, you shall never come aboard again.”
About This Quote
Source Pirate Code, 1699 (attributed)
Taking a woman aboard means you cannot return to the ship once you leave.
In simple terms: Leaving means you cannot come back.
Key Takeaway
Consider consequences before departure.
Themes
commitment
risk
exclusivity
relationships
Mood
cautionary
thoughtful
Type
historical
literary
When to use this quote
- maritime voyages
- personal decisions
- relationship commitments
Key Concepts
maritime law
personal bonds
irreversibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “aboard” symbolize here?
- Are there modern equivalents of this rule?
A Different Perspective
The statement may be metaphorical, not literal.
