Dreamed Quote by Mary Renault
““We are weary of ourselves, and have dreamed a king. If now the gods have sent us one, let us not ask him to be more than mortal.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The King Must Die by Mary Renault, 1958
People often idealize leaders, forgetting they are mortal and flawed.
In simple terms: We idealize leaders, forgetting they are mortal.
Key Takeaway
Remember leaders are human.
Themes
leadership
idealization
humanity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- team leadership
- public expectations
Key Concepts
political philosophy
hero worship
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you expect too much from leaders?
- How does recognizing mortality change your loyalty?
A Different Perspective
Leaders can still be fallible despite reverence.
