Enemies Quote by Richard Adams
““All the world will be your enemy, Prince with a Thousand Enemies, and whenever they catch you, they will kill you. But first they must catch you, digger, listener, runner, prince with the swift warning. Be cunning and full of tricks and your people shall never be destroyed.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Last Battle by Richard Adams, 1982
The passage warns that enemies will seek to capture and destroy you, but you must first be vigilant and clever to avoid being caught.
In simple terms: Stay alert and clever to survive threats.
Key Takeaway
Be vigilant and clever.
Themes
survival
strategy
trust
Mood
cautious
determined
Type
advice
strategic
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal safety
- risk management
- negotiation
Key Concepts
political theory
psychology of conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies keep you safe?
- How do you balance trust and caution?
A Different Perspective
Cleverness alone may not prevent inevitable conflict.
