Break Quote by Confucius
“Those who break down the dikes will themselves be drowned in the inundation.”
About This Quote
Source Analects: Book 13, 5th century BC
Those who try to dismantle protective barriers will be overwhelmed by the very flood they intended to stop.
In simple terms: Breaking defenses leads to being overwhelmed.
Key Takeaway
Avoid undermining safeguards.
Themes
caution
responsibility
balance
Mood
cautious
philosophical
Type
ethical
warning
When to use this quote
- policy making
- environmental planning
- personal boundaries
Key Concepts
social order
risk management
consequences
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it right to remove a protective measure?
- What safeguards must remain?
A Different Perspective
Some barriers are necessary for stability; removal can cause chaos.
