Multis terribilis timeto multos.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Be wary of many people, because many are fearsome or dangerous.
- In plain terms
- Be careful of crowds because many people can be dangerous.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust cautiously; not everyone is safe.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How much trust is safe?
- When should you fear others?
Another view
It promotes general distrust which can isolate individuals.
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