Quote by Norman Douglas

Never take a solemn oath. People think you mean it.

Never take a solemn oath. People think you mean it.

Summary

This quote suggests the notion of avoiding making solemn oaths because others may interpret them as genuine commitments. By advising against taking such promises, the quote implies that people tend to believe others when they make solemn oaths, taking them seriously and expecting them to be upheld. Therefore, the quote implies that it may be wise to refrain from making solemn promises if the intention is not to fulfill them, to prevent misunderstandings or unintended consequences that may arise from others assuming the oath was meant to be genuine.

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