In anger we should refrain both from speech and action.
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Do not say a little in many words but a great deal in a few.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Express profound ideas succinctly rather than using excessive words.
This quote by Pythagoras emphasizes the importance of clarity and conciseness in communication. Rather than diluting powerful thoughts with verbosity, one should strive to convey deep meanings and ideas in a few impactful words, making the message more effective and memorable.
Themes
CommunicationClarityBrevityExpressivenessWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech on effective communication, I would use this quote to encourage succinctness.
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