Do not meddle in the affairs of wizards, for they are subtle and quick to anger.

J.r.r. Tolkien
About This Quote

These are the words of Merlin the Wizard, who is always quick to anger. He is also a master of magic, but unlike most wizards, his magic is subtle and not always immediately visible. This quote is full of wisdom for those seeking to turn their lives around. If your life is not going well now, you will need to be patient and wait for the right thing to happen at the right time. You can’t go looking for trouble or you will find it, as many do every day.

Source: The Fellowship Of The Ring

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