Anti war Quote by Oliver Goldsmith
“You will always find that those are most apt to boast of national merit, who have little or not merit of their own to depend on . . .”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Vicar of Wakefield, 1766
People who brag about national achievements often lack personal merit themselves.
In simple terms: Boastful people often lack real merit.
Key Takeaway
Beware empty empty bragging.
Themes
pride
nationalism
integrity
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
observational
analytical
When to use this quote
- political speeches
- team meetings
- social media posts
- leadership evaluations
Key Concepts
self‑deception
social status
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people feel the to boast?
- How can we assess true merit?
A Different Perspective
Bragging can mask insecurity and may be unreliable.
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