Blow Quote by James Larkin
“The men whose manhood you have broken will loathe you, and will always be brooding and scheming to strike a fresh blow.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Starving Fortunes, 1912
When you break a man's pride, he becomes resentful and plots revenge.
In simple terms: Hurting pride leads to lingering anger and scheming.
Key Takeaway
Treat pride with respect.
Themes
pride
revenge
humiliation
power dynamics
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
poetic
social commentary
When to use this quote
- workplace disputes
- family arguments
- political rivalries
- bullying incidents
Key Concepts
psychology of resentment
social conflict
masculine identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What are healthier ways to address wounded pride?
- How can societies prevent cycles of retaliation?
A Different Perspective
Revenge can perpetuate cycles of violence.
