Great man Quote by Mary Webb
““He was ever a strong man, which is almost the same, times, as to say a man with little time for kindness. For if you stop to be kind, you must swerve often from your pat. So when folk tell me of this great man and that great man, I think to myself, Who was stinted of joy for his glory? How many old folk and children did his coach wheels go over? What bridal lacked his song, and what mourner his tars, that he found time to climb so high?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House in Dormer Forest by Mary Webb, 1915
A strong man neglects kindness, focusing on glory, causing suffering to others.
In simple terms: Powerful people may ignore kindness, harming others.
Key Takeaway
Balance strength with compassion.
Themes
power
kindness
glory
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
ethical
literary
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal ambition
- social impact
Key Concepts
moral responsibility
human cost
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders stay kind?
- What costs arise from neglecting empathy?
A Different Perspective
Strength without kindness can cause harm.
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