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Što uspemo našom pameću, pokvarimo našom ćudi, a što…

“Što uspemo našom pameću, pokvarimo našom ćudi, a što uspemo našom dobrotom, upropastimo našim porocima, i, najzad, što postignemo svojom mudrošću, izgubimo našim temperamentom. Jer ima nešto jače i presudnije od svih naših sila, a to su naše slabosti.” quote by Jovan Dučić
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““Što uspemo našom pameću, pokvarimo našom ćudi, a što uspemo našom dobrotom, upropastimo našim porocima, i, najzad, što postignemo svojom mudrošću, izgubimo našim temperamentom. Jer ima nešto jače i presudnije od svih naših sila, a to su naše slabosti.””

Jovan Dučić

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

Human achievements can be corrupted by pride, kindness, wisdom, and temperament; our greatest weakness is our own flaws, which ultimately undermine us.

In simple terms: Our strengths become our downfall when we ignore our flaws.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and temper personal weaknesses.

Themes

pride kindness wisdom temperament weakness

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution
  • ethical decision making

Key Concepts

human nature self‑sabotage philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal flaw most often undermines your successes?
  • How can humility protect your achievements?
A Different Perspective

Even noble intentions can backfire if not checked by self‑awareness.

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