Six Wisemen came to Jhaampe-town Climbed a hill, and never…
““Six Wisemen came to Jhaampe-town Climbed a hill, and never came down Found their flesh and lost their skins Flew away on stony wings. Five Wisemen came to Jhaampe-town Walked a road not up nor down Were torn to many and turned to one, In the end, left a task half-done Four Wisemen came to Jhaampe-town They spoke in words without a sound They begged their Queen to let them go And what became of them, no one can know. Three Wisemen came to Jhaampe-town They’d helped a king to keep his crown. But when they tried to climb the hill Down they came in a terrible spill. Two Wisemen came to Jhaampe-town Gentle women there they found. Forgot their quest and lived in love Perhaps were wiser than ones above. One Wiseman came to Jhaampe-town. He set aside both Queen and Crown Did his task and fell asleep Gave his bones to the stones to keep. No wise men go to Jhaampe-town, To climb the hill and never come down. ‘Tis wiser far and much more brave To stay at home and face the grave.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A poetic allegory about ambition, sacrifice, and the perils of seeking glory without humility.
In simple terms: Seeking glory without humility leads to ruin.
Key Takeaway
Choose humility over reckless ambition.
Themes
ambition
humility
consequences
wisdom
death
Mood
reflective
somber
thoughtful
Type
poetic
philosophical
cautionary
When to use this quote
- career ambition
- political power
- personal relationships
- spiritual quests
Key Concepts
mythic allegory
oral lesson
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true bravery look like?
- When is staying home wiser?
A Different Perspective
Blind ambition can cause loss and tragedy.