Phocion On Ships And Swords
Illustration★★Phocion was asked by the Senate of Athens concerning a demand which Alexander had made of them for a supply of ships. He told the senators that they should either have the sharpest swords, or remain upon good terms with those that had. It is well to count your resources and consider the result before going to battle.
— Phocion
The point
Advised to secure either superior weapons or the friendship of those who have them, Phocion's counsel to Athens teaches the wisdom of weighing one's resources before entering a conflict.
Scripture
Luke 14:28-32Proverbs 24:6
Tone
Wise · Pragmatic
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under a minute · 58 words
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