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“The tyrant is a child of Pride Who drinks from his sickening cup Recklessness and vanity, Until from his high crest headlong He plummets to the dust of hope.” quote by Sophocles
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“The tyrant is a child of Pride Who drinks from his sickening cup Recklessness and vanity, Until from his high crest headlong He plummets to the dust of hope.”

Sophocles

About This Quote

Source Play: Antigone, 442 BC

Pride drives tyrants to reckless vanity, leading to their downfall and loss of hope.

In simple terms: Pride causes ruin.

Key Takeaway

Check pride before acting.

Themes

pride hubris downfall hope

Mood

cautionary dramatic

Type

theatrical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • leadership roles
  • political power
  • personal ambition
  • ethical education

Key Concepts

tragic flaw leadership ethical decay

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs indicate rising pride?
  • How can humility be cultivated?
A Different Perspective

Even modest pride can be destructive.

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