I will sit down now, but the time will come when you will hear me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker warns that current silence is temporary and future speech will be heard.
- In plain terms
- I am quiet now, but later I will speak and you will listen.
- What can you take from it?
- Do not underestimate silence as a precursor to action.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is silence a warning?
- How do you prepare for a moment of speech?
Another view
It may be an empty threat depending on the speaker's capability.
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