'Listen, he carved out a hole in the middle of the floor and he's building you a volcano. That's all I know. And you're supposed to come down with your flowers and make sacrificial offerings. And he's supposed to throw you into the volcano. This is all I understand.' (from 'Flower Lady #2)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker describes a confusing situation where someone is building a volcano and expects offerings only to throw the giver in.
- In plain terms
- He is making a volcano and wants gifts but plans to hurt you.
- What can you take from it?
- Be wary when someone's actions don't match their words.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you spot hidden danger?
Another view
The scenario is too abstract to be practical.
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