English / proverb
Do Not Sit in Rome and Strive with the Pope
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Do not contest, argue, or clash with the dominant authority or decision-maker in their own territory or domain.
In context
01
When negotiating in a client's headquarters, remember: do not sit in Rome and strive with the Pope.
02
The vendor quickly backed down, knowing it is unwise to sit in Rome and strive with the Pope when dealing with key buyers.
Synonyms
do not fight city hall,respect local authority,defer to the host
Antonyms
challenge authority,provoke the ruler,defy leadership
Collocations
wise to not sit in Rome and strive with the Pope,rule to not sit in Rome and strive with the Pope,never sit in Rome and strive with the Pope