Parents are usually more careful to bestow knowledge on their children rather than virtue, the art of speaking well rather than doing well; but their manners should be of the greatest concern.
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A proverb is much matter distilled into few words.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A proverb conveys deep insights succinctly.
This quote by R. Buckminster Fuller emphasizes the power of proverbs in expressing profound truths in a concise manner. It highlights how complex ideas can be captured and shared effectively using limited words, making them accessible and memorable.
Themes
ProverbWisdomExpressionLanguageConciseness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the value of wisdom in communication.
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