Dictator Quote by Augusto Pinochet
“I'm looking at them from above, because God put me there.”
About This Quote
Feeling superior because of perceived divine placement can be dangerous.
In simple terms: Thinking God placed you above others is risky.
Key Takeaway
Stay humble and question perceived superiority.
Themes
hubris
power
morality
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- leadership
- social hierarchy
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
political theory
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports your viewpoint?
- How does humility affect leadership?
A Different Perspective
Power can corrupt even with religious justification.
![“We have the ability to take him [President of Venezuela, Hugo Chavez] out, and I think the time has come that we exercise that ability. We don't need another $200 billion war to get rid of one, you know, strong-arm dictator. It's a whole lot easier to have some of the covert operatives do the job…” quote by Pat Robertson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/194/pat-robertson-1972_ability_we-have-the-ability-to-take-him-presiden_23256.jpg)
