what does the proverb "Still waters run deep" mean?

Question

it is a proverb and i dunno its meaning

Answer 1

when waters run, they are not allowed to soak into the ground. when the waters slow down and even become still, they soak or "run" deep into the earth

Answer 2

Think of it as a river, you have a nice calm piece of water, seemingly shallow enough that you can walk through. The proverb cautions you that inspite of the placid appearance of that river, it can still be very deep.

There was a great song by Emmylou Harris called "Beneath Still Waters". The line that sums it up best is "the surface won't tell you what the deep water knows"

I hope this answers your question: )

Answer 3

It means that those who take the time to stop and think things through, have deeper wisdom than those who run around doing something all the time.

Answer 4

It means a person that you take simple for example a quiet person can be a dangerous person. In other words don't judge a book by its cover.

Answer 5

It means to look beyond the surface of things

Answer 6

It means that things or people may not be as simple and uncomplicated as they appear on the surface.

Answer 7

I'll answer with another proverb:

It's sometimes better to remain silent and let people think you're ignorant rather than opening your mouth and confirming it...

Answer 8

Lets measure the waters and see. lol

Answer 9

dheeraj, it is better to keep you mouth shut & let people think that you are a fool, rather than to open it & remove all doubts...