Innocence Quote by John Barth
“Tis e'er the lot of the innocent in the world, to fly to the wolf for succor from the lion.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The End of the Road, 1970
Innocents often seek help from the powerful, only to face greater danger.
In simple terms: Seeking help can lead to more peril.
Key Takeaway
Beware of false saviors.
Themes
innocence
power
danger
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
literary
moral
When to use this quote
- political activism
- personal relationships
- legal counsel
Key Concepts
trust
betrayal
survival
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you trusted the wrong authority?
- How can you protect yourself while seeking aid?
A Different Perspective
Not all powerful figures are hostile.
![“...under no circumstances would he [Humbert Humbert] have interfered with the innocence of a child, if there was the least risk of a row.” quote by Vladimir Nabokov](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0f0/vladimir-nabokov-198_children_under-no-circumstances-would-he-humbert_16228.jpg)
