Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Swans sing before they die - 'twere no bad thing should certain persons die before they sing.
Summary
This quote suggests that there are certain individuals who should stay silent and pass away instead of speaking up, as their words may do more harm than good. The mention of swans singing before they die implies that these individuals might use their final moments to reveal undesirable truths or cause further trouble. It implies that it would be preferable for these individuals to remain silent or pass away before causing any more damage through their words.