Ljudi preziru sve one koji ne uspiju, a mrze one koji se…
““Ljudi preziru sve one koji ne uspiju, a mrze one koji se uspnu iznad njih; Navikni se na prezir ako želis mir, ili na mržnju ako pristaneš na borbu...””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Society despises those who fail and resents those who surpass them; adapt to contempt for peace or hatred for conflict.
In simple terms: People judge both failure and success, forcing a choice between acceptance and struggle.
Choose authenticity over conformity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career advancement
- social activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you accept contempt for safety?
- What cost does hatred exact?
Choosing peace may require tolerating disdain, which can erode self‑worth.