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Put a knife to thy throat, if you're a man given to appetite.

Put a knife to thy throat, if you're a man given to appetite

Summary

This quote is an admonition to someone who has a strong inclination towards indulging in their desires, specifically in terms of eating excessively. It suggests that one should exercise extreme self-control and discipline, to the extent of willing to harm oneself metaphorically, by restraining the urge to overindulge. In other words, it emphasizes the importance of resisting temptations and cultivating self-discipline in order to avoid the negative consequences of giving in to one's appetites.

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