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“Angry men are blind and foolish, for reason at such time takes flight and, in her absence; wrath plunders all the riches of the intellect, while the judgment remains the prisoner of its own pride.” quote by Pietro Aretino
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“Angry men are blind and foolish, for reason at such time takes flight and, in her absence; wrath plunders all the riches of the intellect, while the judgment remains the prisoner of its own pride.”

Pietro Aretino

About This Quote

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

Claims anger clouds judgment, allowing wrath to dominate intellect while pride traps reasoning.

In simple terms: Angry people lose reason; pride traps judgment.

Key Takeaway

Control anger to preserve clear thinking.

Themes

emotion reason pride

Mood

thoughtful cautionary

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal development
  • leadership training

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy self‑control

Questions to Reflect On

  • What strategies help manage anger?
  • How does pride affect decision making?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex emotional states.

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