All things Quote by Aeschylus
“Obstinacy standing alone is the weakest of all things in one whose mind is not possessed by wisdom.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Seven Against Thebes, 467 BC
Stubbornness alone is weak unless guided by wisdom; lack of insight makes obstinacy futile.
In simple terms: Stubbornness needs wisdom.
Seek wisdom before being stubborn.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance firmness with insight?
- When does stubbornness become harmful?
Stubbornness can still cause harm even with wisdom.