This quote by Delmore Schwartz suggests that even those that are overly suspicious as well as paranoid of others may have legitimate reasons to be cautious. It indicates that also if somebody is overly suspicious of others, they might still have real opponents who are bent on hurt them. This quote can be taken a warning to be aware of one's environments and to be cautious of those that may have harmful intentions. It can also be seen as a suggestion to rely on one's reactions as well as to be familiar with possible dangers. Inevitably, this quote functions as a reminder that even those who are paranoid might have genuine adversaries, as well as it is very important to be aware of this reality.
This quote is written / told by Delmore Schwartz between December 8, 1913 and July 11, 1966. He/she was a famous Poet from USA.
The author also have 5 other quotes.
"A person who doubts himself is like a man who would enlist in the ranks of his enemies and bear arms against himself. He makes his failure certain by himself being the first person to be convinced of it"
"A man who was completely innocent, offered himself as a sacrifice for the good of others, including his enemies, and became the ransom of the world. It was a perfect act"
"Give us grace and strength to forbear and to persevere. Give us courage and gaiety and the quiet mind, spare to us our friends, soften to us our enemies"
