Ambition Quote by Joseph Conrad
“All ambitions are lawful except those which climb upward on the miseries or credulities of mankind.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Lord Jim by Joseph Conrad, 1900
Ambitions that exploit others' suffering or gullibility are immoral.
In simple terms: Exploiting others' pain is wrong.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harming others for personal gain.
Themes
ethics
ambition
exploitation
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- politics
- business
- personal goals
- social movements
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
human dignity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure your goals respect others?
- What defines a just ambition?
A Different Perspective
Power can be justified by self‑interest, blurring moral lines.
