All things Quote by Aeschylus
“Self-will in the man who does not reckon wisely is by itself the weakest of all things.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Persians, 472 BC
Relying solely on personal will without wise judgment makes one the weakest.
In simple terms: Will alone is weak without wisdom.
Balance will with sound judgment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What decisions have you made impulsively?
- How does wisdom temper determination?
Will can be strong if guided by knowledge; not inherently weak.