Ambition Quote by William Hazlitt
“The love of fame is almost another name for the love of excellence; or it is the ambition to attain the highest excellence, sanctioned by the highest authority, that of time.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “On the Love of Fame”, 1815
Seeking fame is akin to seeking excellence, both driven by time’s ultimate authority
In simple terms: Fame and excellence share a common, time‑driven ambition
Key Takeaway
Pursue lasting excellence over fleeting fame
Themes
ambition
excellence
time
Mood
reflective
aspirational
Type
essay
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- artistic creation
- legacy building
Key Concepts
philosophical
aesthetic
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true excellence for you?
- How does time shape your goals?
A Different Perspective
May conflate external validation with intrinsic worth
