High places Quote by J.R.R. Tolkien
““He says that we have learned nearly all that we know from them, and have been made a nobler people; and he says that the Men that have lately come over the Mountains are hardly better than Orcs.' That is true', answered Sador; 'true at least of some of us. But the up-climbing is painful, and from high places it is easy to fall low.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lord of the Rings, The Two Towers, 1954
Newcomers often think they are superior, but climbing higher brings pain and risk of falling, reminding us humility is essential.
In simple terms: Powerful newcomers may suffer; humility matters.
Key Takeaway
Stay humble, recognize limits.
Themes
pride
humility
risk
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- political power
- team leadership
Key Concepts
hubris
social hierarchy
personal ambition
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives the desire to ascend?
- How can we balance ambition with humility?
A Different Perspective
Even the noble can falter; success can breed arrogance.
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