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“You came clothed with the virtue of humility; and because God blessed your enterprises accordingly, you have stained yourself with the sin of pride.” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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““You came clothed with the virtue of humility; and because God blessed your enterprises accordingly, you have stained yourself with the sin of pride.””

George Bernard Shaw

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Pride follows humility when success is attributed to divine favor, leading to moral downfall.

In simple terms: Humility can become pride if praised.

Key Takeaway

Stay humble despite success.

Themes

humility pride morality divine favor

Mood

reflective cautionary

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career achievement
  • public recognition
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

hubris moral paradox

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you notice pride after praise?
  • How can humility be preserved?
A Different Perspective

Pride can erode the original virtue.

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