Dangerous Quote by John Ruskin
“All the other passions do occasional good, but whenever pride puts in its word, everything goes wrong, and what it might really be desirable to do, quietly and innocently, it is mortally dangerous to do, proudly.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Modern Painters, 1843
Pride corrupts good intentions, turning harmless actions into dangerous ones when done boastfully.
In simple terms: Pride makes good deeds harmful.
Key Takeaway
Avoid pride in actions.
Themes
pride
humility
intentions
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- personal relationships
- creative projects
- volunteer work
Key Concepts
ethical integrity
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you let pride affect a good decision?
- Can humility improve outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Pride can sometimes motivate positive change if channeled wisely.
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