There is no happiness where there is no wisdom; No wisdom…
“There is no happiness where there is no wisdom; No wisdom but in submission to the gods. Big words are always punished, And proud men in old age learn to be wise.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Wisdom and humility are prerequisites for true happiness; pride leads to suffering.
In simple terms: Wisdom and humility bring happiness.
Seek humility and wisdom.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- leadership
- age
- personal development
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does humility mean to you?
- How can pride be redirected constructively?
Humility may be hard to practice in competitive cultures.