Cry Quote by Aeschylus
“Human prosperity never rests but always craves more, till blown up with pride it totters and falls. From the opulent mansions pointed at by all passers-by none warns it away, none cries, 'Let no more riches enter!'.”
About This Quote
Human ambition drives endless accumulation, yet unchecked pride leads to collapse, with no one warning against excess.
In simple terms: Pride precedes downfall
Key Takeaway
Unrestrained wealth invites ruin
Themes
ethics
hubris
economics
civilization
Mood
cautionary
serious
Type
moral
poetic
When to use this quote
- discussing economic bubbles
- teaching moral lessons
- analyzing historical empires
Key Concepts
prosperity
pride
collapse
Practical Applications
- lecture on history
- policy brief
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms can curb collective pride?
- How does society ignore early warnings of excess?
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