Displeasure Quote by Francis Atterbury
“He who performs his duty in a station of great power must needs incur the utter enmity of many, and the high displeasure of more.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Moral Duty, 1720
Holding power invites envy and disapproval; duty brings conflict regardless of rank.
In simple terms: Power brings enemies and criticism.
Key Takeaway
Accept conflict as part of responsibility.
Themes
authority
conflict
responsibility
Mood
serious
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- leadership roles
- public office
- organizational management
- community activism
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle criticism in leadership?
- What strategies mitigate enmity?
A Different Perspective
Power can be used responsibly without backlash.
