Ambitions Quote by Ellis Peters
““Men drunk with ambition and power do not ground their weapons, nor stop to recognise the fellow-humanity of those they are about to slay.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Virgin in the Ice, 1976
Ambition and power blind people to humanity, leading them to commit violence without conscience.
In simple terms: Power corrupts empathy.
Key Takeaway
Check motives before acting.
Themes
power
ambition
violence
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
literary
ethical
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- military decisions
- corporate greed
Key Concepts
ethical blindness
humanity loss
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you to seek power?
- Can empathy survive in competitive environments?
A Different Perspective
Ambition can be justified, ignoring victims.
