Kings live in Palaces, and Pigs in sties, And youth in Expectation. Youth is wise.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- It contrasts the grandeur of kings and pigs with the hopeful wisdom of youth.
- In plain terms
- Youth is wise despite the folly of adults.
- What can you take from it?
- Value the insight of the young.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does age affect perception of wisdom?
Another view
Youthful wisdom can be naive.
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