Ambition Quote by Robert Pollok
“Of lunacy, Innumerous were the causes; humbled pride, Ambition disappointed, riches lost, And bodily disease, and sorrow, oft By man inflicted on his brother man; Sorrow, that, made the reason drunk, and yet Left much untasted. So the cup was fill'd.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Course of Time, 1827
Human folly stems from pride, ambition, wealth loss, illness, and self‑inflicted sorrow, leaving life unfulfilled.
In simple terms: Pride, ambition, loss, illness, and sorrow cause emptiness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and temper these drives.
Themes
pride
ambition
loss
illness
sorrow
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- financial decisions
- health crises
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
human frailty
ethical decay
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront pride before it leads to loss?
- What steps can reduce self‑inflicted sorrow?
A Different Perspective
These causes are interwoven; addressing one may not resolve others.
