Care Quote by Walter Raleigh
“Take special care that thou never trust any friend or servant with any matter that may endanger thine estate; for so shalt thou make thyself a bond-slave to him that thou trustest, and leave thyself always to his mercy.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Discoverie of the Large, Rich, and Beautiful, 1584
Trusting close allies with critical matters can make you vulnerable and dependent on their goodwill.
In simple terms: Relying on friends for secrets creates risk.
Key Takeaway
Guard sensitive information carefully.
Themes
trust
vulnerability
dependency
estate
control
Mood
skeptical
pragmatic
Type
historical
advice
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- family inheritance
- legal contracts
Key Concepts
Political strategy
personal security
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can reduce reliance on others?
- When is sharing necessary despite risk?
A Different Perspective
Blind trust can lead to exploitation.
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