Ambition Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“Revenge, lust, ambition, pride, and self-will are too often exalted as the gods of man's idolatry; while holiness, peace, contentment, and humility are viewed as unworthy of a serious thought.”
About This Quote
Society glorifies selfish vices while neglecting virtues like humility and peace.
In simple terms: People praise egoistic traits, ignore humble ones.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and peace despite cultural bias.
Themes
morality
values
culture
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religion
- business
- education
- politics
Key Concepts
idolatry
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- Why are selfish traits glorified?
- How can you model humility daily?
A Different Perspective
Changing societal values is a slow, collective effort.
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![“[The] vain and transitory scenes of human greatness are unworthy of a serious thought.” quote by Edward Gibbon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/617/edward-gibbon-710_greatness_the-vain-and-transitory-scenes-of-human_384763.jpg)
