Ambition Quote by Jonathan Swift
“Ambition often puts men upon doing the meanest offices; so climbing is performed in the same posture with creeping.”
About This Quote
Source Satire: Gulliver's Travels, 1726
Ambition can drive people to demeaning tasks, making progress feel like a crawl.
In simple terms: Ambition may lead to lowly work.
Key Takeaway
Beware of compromising dignity for ambition.
Themes
ambition
ethics
humility
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
satirical
critical
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- political maneuvering
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
social hierarchy
self‑interest
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the cost of ambition worth the gain?
- How can one stay ethical while striving?
A Different Perspective
Success may require moral compromise.
