Into the breast that gives the rose, Shall I with shuddering fall?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Should one fear the person who gives a gift like a rose?
- In plain terms
- Should you fear the giver of a rose?
- What can you take from it?
- Not all gifts are safe; check the giver.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is every gift a trap?
- How do you trust a stranger?
Another view
It implies generosity is often malicious.
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