Envy Quote by John Milton
“When the new light which we beg for shines in upon us, there be [those] who envy and oppose, if it come not first in at their casements.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Paradise Lost, Book 1, 1667
New enlightenment brings envy from those who feel left behind.
In simple terms: New light causes envy in those excluded.
Expect resistance when progress benefits others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political reform
- technological innovation
- social movements
- leadership challenges
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders address envy in progress?
- What strategies reduce opposition from the displaced?
Not everyone will welcome change; some may sabotage it.