Quote by Francis Bacon

Nay, number itself in armies importeth not much, where the people is of weak courage; for, as Virgil saith, It never troubles the wolf how many the sheep be.

Nay, number itself in armies importeth not much, where the p

Summary

This quote suggests that the size of an army is not a crucial factor in battle if the soldiers lack bravery and determination. By drawing on a metaphor used by the poet Virgil, it implies that an aggressive force, represented by a wolf, does not concern itself with the number of its timid opponents, symbolized by sheep. The quote highlights the significance of individual courage and resilience in overcoming challenges, implying that a small but fearless group can triumph over a larger, less spirited one.

By Francis Bacon

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