About This Quote
Even though sheep are not lions, this quote speaks to the power of the sheep leader. This leader has little to no fear. He or she can send his or her followers into battle without worrying about the outcome. It’s like sending ten sheep to guard against one lion.
The army of lions is still more powerful than an army of ten lions. If the lion leader fears for his or her life, however, he or she will not want to lead this army during war.
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