The fiercest serpent may be overcome by a swarm of ants.
Interpretation
Even the strongest opponents can be defeated by unity and determination.
This quote emphasizes the power of collective effort, suggesting that a seemingly weak force, like a swarm of ants, can triumph over a much stronger adversary, represented by the fiercest serpent. It highlights the importance of collaboration and the strength that can be found in numbers, illustrating how teamwork can overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges.
In practice
This quote can be used to inspire a team during a challenging project, reminding them that together they can achieve their goals.
A military man can scarcely pride himself on having 'smitten a sleeping enemy'; it is more a matter of shame, simply, for the one smitten. I would rather you made your appraisal after seeing what the enemy does, since it is certain that, angered and outraged, he will soon launch a determined counterattack.
I won't touch on risky, because that's subjective. People are just afraid of things too much. Afraid of things that don't necessarily merit fear.
God help you if you are a phoenix and you dare to rise up from the ash _x000D_ a thousand eyes will smolder with jealousy while you are just flying past
If I cannot air this pain and alter it, I will surely die of it. That's the beginning of social protest.
We used to watch my father, who was a civil-rights activist, get arrested on TV sometimes, and we never knew if he was going to be home for dinner.
The pressure of adversity does not affect the mind of the brave man. It is more powerful than external circumstances.
You should never let your fears prevent you from doing what you know is right.
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