Buddhism Quote by Frederick Lenz
“People want power but not wisdom. Power without wisdom is a very dangerous thing. Better to have wisdom first.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power Within, 1992
Power without wisdom is dangerous; wisdom should precede the pursuit of power.
In simple terms: Wisdom before power.
Key Takeaway
Seek wisdom first.
Themes
power
wisdom
responsibility
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- politics
- corporate management
- personal development
- education
Key Concepts
ethical leadership
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies ensure wisdom guides power?
- What practices develop wisdom before seeking influence?
A Different Perspective
Power can be misused even with some wisdom.
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