Advice Quote by John Ray
“It is a foolish sheep that makes the wolf his counselor.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Wisdom of John Ray, 1670
Choosing allies who are harmful leads to ruin; avoid trusting enemies as advisors.
In simple terms: Don’t let enemies guide you.
Seek trustworthy counsel.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Who in your life might be a hidden threat?
- How do you evaluate the motives of advisors?
Even a wise person can be misled by flattery.