Behaviour Quote by Idries Shah
““Almost every day I am reminded of Saadi's reflection that there is no senseless tyranny like that of subordinates.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sufis, 1964
Subordinate tyranny can be more senseless than overt oppression.
In simple terms: Minor abuses can be surprisingly irrational.
Key Takeaway
Beware of petty power abuse.
Themes
power dynamics
authority
psychology
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- workplace
- family
- government
- community groups
Key Concepts
Tyranny
subordination
irrationality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize subtle oppression?
- What safeguards can limit subordinate abuse?
A Different Perspective
Not all tyranny is obvious; subtle abuse can be harder to detect.
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