Just as meekness is in all our virtues, so is pride in all…
“Just as meekness is in all our virtues, so is pride in all our sins. Whatever its momentary and alluring guise, pride is the enemy, "the first of the sins." One reason to be particularly on guard against pride is that "the devilish strategy of Pride is that it attacks us, not in our weakest points, but in our strongest. It is preeminently the sin of the noble mind." Not only of the noble mind, but also of the semi-righteous.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Pride corrupts even noble intentions, attacking our strongest qualities and becoming the foremost sin.
In simple terms: Pride is a dangerous sin that attacks our best traits.
Key Takeaway
Guard against pride to protect humility.
Themes
humility
pride
virtue
sin
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
moral
spiritual
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
psychology
ethics
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pride manifest in your daily decisions?
- Can pride ever be constructive?
A Different Perspective
Pride can also motivate positive achievement if channeled wisely.