The little mind who loves itself, will wr'te and think…
“The little mind who loves itself, will wr'te and think with the vulgar; but the great mind will be bravely eccentric, and scorn the beaten road, from universal benevolence.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A modest mind seeks approval and follows common paths, while a great mind embraces boldness and rejects conformity for universal kindness.
In simple terms: Small minds follow crowds; great minds are bold.
Embrace boldness, reject conformity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- artistic expression
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture bold ideas without alienating others?
- What does universal benevolence mean to you?
Great minds may face isolation or misunderstanding.