Anger Quote by Mercedes Lackey
“Three things never anger or you'll not live for long; A wolf with cubs, A man with power, And a woman's sense of wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Wolf’s Warning”, 1998
Anger is dangerous; avoid provoking powerful forces—wild, political, or moral—to preserve life.
In simple terms: Provoking power leads to danger.
Key Takeaway
Steer clear of provoking those with strength.
Themes
anger
power
danger
ethics
Mood
cautionary
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political debates
- conflict resolution
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
political theory
animal symbolism
gender studies
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your anger?
- How can you channel it constructively?
A Different Perspective
Powerful entities may be unpredictable despite anger.
