Air Quote by Aeschylus
“They who prosper take on airs of vanity.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Prometheus Bound, 5th century BC
Prosperity breeds vanity and arrogance.
In simple terms: Success can lead to pride.
Key Takeaway
Stay humble despite success.
Themes
pride
hubris
wealth
ethics
Mood
cautionary
thought‑provoking
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- corporate leadership
- political power
- celebrity culture
Key Concepts
classical philosophy
human nature
social status
Questions to Reflect On
- What checks keep you grounded?
- How does humility benefit communities?
A Different Perspective
Vanity can be reinforced by social praise.
![“Just between you and me, shouldn’t the World Bank be encouraging MORE migration of the dirty industries to the LDCs [Less Developed Countries]?... I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to that... I’ve always…” quote by Lawrence Summers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac4/lawrence-summers-16940_air_just-between-you-and-me-shouldn-t-the-wo_4703.jpg)
![“[A]s you partake of the world's bill of fare, that's darned good advice to follow. Do a lot of spitting out the hot air. And be careful what you swallow.” quote by Dr. Seuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/da8/dr-seuss-1224_advice_a-s-you-partake-of-the-world-s-bill-of-f_6806.jpg)