Treaties are like roses and young girls; they last while they last.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Agreements and youthful commitments are fragile and temporary by nature.
- In plain terms
- Treaties don't last very long.
- What can you take from it?
- Expect treaties to be temporary.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What promise have you made that might not last?
Another view
Some treaties do last for centuries.
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