Rabbits Quote by Richard Adams
““The rabbits became strange in many ways, different from other rabbits. They knew well enough what was happening. But even to themselves they pretended that all was well, for the food was good, they were protected, they had nothing to fear but the one fear; and that struck here and there, never enough at a time to drive them away.They forgot the ways of wild rabbits. They forgot El-ahrairah, for what use had they for tricks and cunning, living in the enemy's warren and paying his price?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Watership Down, 1972
Rabbits ignore danger, preferring comfort, forgetting their wild instincts.
In simple terms: Comfort can blind us to threats.
Key Takeaway
Balance safety with awareness of risks.
Themes
survival
comfort
tradition
Mood
cautionary
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- urban living
- corporate culture
- personal habits
Key Concepts
instinct
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What comforts make you ignore warnings?
- How can you stay alert without fear?
A Different Perspective
Comfort can lead to complacency.
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