And the bramble said unto the trees, If in truth ye anoint me king over you, then come and put your trust in my shadow: and if not, let fire come out of the bramble, and devour the cedars of Lebanon. (Judges 9:15)

Summary

This quote from the book of Judges in the Bible is spoken by a bramble, who asks the trees to anoint it as their king. The bramble implies that if it is chosen as their leader, they will find refuge and protection in its shade. However, it warns that if they do not choose it, the bramble will cause destruction and consume the mighty cedars of Lebanon with fire. The quote serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of making hasty decisions and the potential dangers posed by seemingly insignificant or unqualified leaders.

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