Children Quote by Sophocles
“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.”
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.
Check pride before acting.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- leadership roles
- political power
- personal ambition
- ethical education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs indicate rising pride?
- How can humility be cultivated?
Even modest pride can be destructive.