Absolute power Quote by Brandon Sanderson
““I know, better than anyone else, that there are no heroes coming to save us. There are no good Epics. None of them protect us. Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Mistborn series, 2006
Power inevitably corrupts; no external saviors exist, so we must rely on ourselves.
In simple terms: Power corrupts; we must self-rely.
Key Takeaway
Trust yourself, not heroes.
Themes
power
corruption
self-reliance
Mood
cautionary
realistic
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- teamwork
- political activism
- personal responsibility
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you guard against power's lure?
- Can we create collective heroes?
A Different Perspective
Idealism may overlook systemic change.
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