Whoso desireth to govern well and securely, it behoveth him to have a vigilant eye to the proceedings of great princes, and to consider seriously of their designs.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- To rule securely, one must closely watch the actions and plans of powerful leaders.
- In plain terms
- Watch powerful leaders closely to stay safe.
- What can you take from it?
- Monitor powerful figures to ensure your security.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who holds power over you?
- How do you monitor threats?
Another view
Constant vigilance can be exhausting and paranoid.
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