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To speak and to speak well, are two things. A fool may talk, but a wise man speaks
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"To speak and to speak well, are two things. A fool may talk, but a wise man speaks"

- Ben Jonson

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This quote by Ben Jonson speaks to the concept that there is a distinction in between just speaking and speaking well. Jonson is recommending that anybody can talk, but it takes a wise person to speak in a meaningful and effective way. He is indicating that it is inadequate to just have the ability to interact, however rather one must have the ability to communicate in a way that is thoughtful and articulate. This quote motivates us to believe before we speak and to be mindful of the words we choose. It also serves as a reminder that it is inadequate to just be able to talk, however rather one need to have the ability to speak in a manner that is significant and reliable. Jonson's quote is a tip that it is very important to think before we speak and to be conscious of the words we choose.

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Ben Jonson This quote is written / told by Ben Jonson between June 11, 1572 and August 6, 1637. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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