Hee that makes himself a sheep, shall be eat by the wolfe.

This quote, “Hee that makes himself a sheep, shall be eat by the wolfe,” by George Herbert is essentially a warning against passivity and naivety. It suggests that if one presents oneself as weak or submissive (like a sheep), thay are likely to be taken advantage of or harmed (eaten by the wolf). The ‘wolf’ here symbolizes those who exploit others for their own gain.

The metaphor of a sheep and wolf is used to draw attention to power dynamics in society. Sheep are often perceived as docile and easily led creatures, while wolves are seen as predatory, cunning and powerful. By likening people to these animals, Herbert is suggesting that those who do not stand up for themselves or assert their rights risk falling prey to more dominant forces.

In today’s world, this idea can be applied in various contexts such as personal development, business strategies or even in politics. For instance, in personal development one must strive for self-assertion and confidence rather than being overly compliant or submissive; otherwise they might find themselves being manipulated or overlooked.

In business strategies too this concept holds relevance; companies need to maintain competitive edge rather than complying with industry norms without question lest they lose market share to more aggressive competitors.

In political context too we see numerous instances where passive nations become susceptible to stronger powers exploiting them economically or politically.

So Herbert’s quote serves as an age-old wisdom reminding us about the importance of strength – not necessarily physical but mental resilience & courage – needed in navigating through life’s challenges without becoming victimized by stronger forces around us.