Command Quote by Francis Quarles
“Thy pride is but the prologue of thy shame; where vain-glory commands, there folly counsels; where pride rides, there shame lackeys.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Moral reflections, 17th century
Warns that pride leads to shame, as vanity invites folly and disgrace
In simple terms: Pride precedes shame, vanity leads to folly
Key Takeaway
Avoid pride to prevent shame
Themes
pride
shame
vanity
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
ethical
literary
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal development
- ethical decision making
- public speaking
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
classical literature
Questions to Reflect On
- When does confidence become pride?
- How can humility coexist with ambition?
A Different Perspective
May not consider contexts where confidence is necessary
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