Deceive Quote by George R.R. Martin
““It is one thing to deceive a king, and quite another to hide from the cricket in the rushes and the little bird in the chimney.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Song of Ice and Fire, 1996
Deceiving a ruler is one trick; hiding from small, unnoticed forces is another, highlighting different layers of danger.
In simple terms: Deceiving a king differs from evading hidden threats.
Key Takeaway
Beware both obvious and subtle risks.
Themes
politics
danger
strategy
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
literary
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- court intrigue
- avoiding minor pests
- navigating bureaucracy
Key Concepts
power dynamics
stealth
nature metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden dangers do you overlook?
- How can you balance attention between major and minor threats?
A Different Perspective
Focusing only on big threats can blind you to smaller, harmful details.
