Wiktionary
FORETOKEN, noun. A prognostic; a premonitory sign; warning or presentment.
FORETOKEN, verb. To betoken beforehand; prognosticate; foreshadow; give warning; presage.
Dictionary definition
FORETOKEN, noun. An event that is experienced as indicating important things to come; "he hoped it was an augury"; "it was a sign from God".
Wise words
Men govern nothing with more difficulty than their tongues,
and can moderate their desires more than their words.