Skip to content

Great power Quote by Benjamin Disraeli

“Money is power, and rare are the heads that can withstand the possession of great power.” quote by Benjamin Disraeli
Download Open image
“Money is power, and rare are the heads that can withstand the possession of great power.”

Benjamin Disraeli

About This Quote

Source Book: The History of England by Benjamin Disraeli, 1852

Power can corrupt, and few can endure its heavy burden without moral compromise.

In simple terms: Power corrupts; few can handle it.

Key Takeaway

Guard against power’s corrupting influence.

Themes

politics ethics leadership

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political office
  • corporate leadership
  • activism
  • public service

Key Concepts

corruption responsibility integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay ethical when wielding influence?
  • What safeguards can prevent power abuse?
A Different Perspective

Power often isolates and pressures; resilience is rare.

2.7 out of 5 (6 ratings)

More by Benjamin Disraeli

Explore all 603 Benjamin Disraeli quotes

More Great power quotes

Browse all 266 Great power quotes