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“Take heed of the wrath of a mighty man, and the tumult of the people.” quote by George Herbert
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“Take heed of the wrath of a mighty man, and the tumult of the people.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The World" by George Herbert, 1633

Powerful individuals and crowds can cause chaos; heed their influence.

In simple terms: Beware strong people and mobs.

Key Takeaway

Stay vigilant, act wisely.

Themes

power society danger

Mood

cautionary serious

Type

moral political

When to use this quote

  • protests
  • corporate decisions
  • media influence
  • family dynamics

Key Concepts

political theory human behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance respect and caution?
  • When is collective action justified?
A Different Perspective

Power can be misused, not always malicious.

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