Prudence Allusions, Definition, Citation, Reference, Information - Allusion to Prudence


  1. five wise virgins brought lamp oil in case groom arrived late. [N.T.: Matthew 25:1–13]
  2. jacinth endows owner with discretion. [Gem Symbolism: Kunz, 82]
  3. Metis goddess of caution and discretion. [Rom. Myth.: Wheeler, 242]
  4. mountain ash symbol of prudence. [Tree Symbolism: Flora Symbolica, 176]