Brevity is the Soul of Wit
And Other Reasons I Write for “A Few Words”
Nov 6 · 2 min read
Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address is the soul of brevity at only 272 words, yet it is one of the most meaningful speeches ever given.
The 23rd psalm has 116 words, yet it is one of the most beloved passages in the Bible. Put to music, it moves believers to tears.


