Pride Quote by Theodore Roosevelt ridicule bullying
““Ridicule is one of the favorite weapons of wickedness, and it is sometimes incomprehensible how good and brave boys will be influenced for evil by the jeers of associates who have no one quality that calls for respect, but who affect to laugh at the very traits which ought to be peculiarly the cause for pride.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political address, early 1900s
Ridicule is used by the wicked to undermine pride and respect, influencing the vulnerable through mockery of noble traits.
In simple terms: Mockery weakens pride and respect.
Key Takeaway
Guard against ridicule, value true merit.
Themes
Pride
Respect
Ridicule
Wickedness
Evil Jeers
Mood
defiant
critical
reflective
Type
Pride:1
Respect:1
Ridicule:1
Theodore-roosevelt:0
Wickedness:1
Ridicule Favorite:0
Evil Jeers:1
Weapons Wickedness:0
When to use this quote
- Bullying
- Political discourse
- Education
- Leadership development
Key Concepts
Social influence
Moral psychology
Power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ridicule affect your self‑esteem?
- What virtues resist mockery?
A Different Perspective
Ridicule can backfire if the audience values authenticity over conformity.
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