The party in power, like Jonah's gourd, grew up quickly, and will quickly fall.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Crockett compares a political party in power to Jonah's gourd, suggesting it grew fast and will fall fast.
- In plain terms
- A party that rises quickly will also fall quickly.
- What can you take from it?
- Political power gained rapidly is often unstable and short-lived.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What factors determine the lifespan of a political party?
- Is quick success inherently unstable?
Another view
Rapid growth does not guarantee rapid decline in all cases.
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