Patience Quote by William Penn "Some Fruits of Solitude in Reflections and Maxims
““396. Patience is a Virtue every where; but it shines with great Lustre in the Men of Government. 397. Some are so Proud or Testy, they won't hear what they should redress. 398. Others so weak, they sink or burst under the weight of their Office, though they can lightly run away with the Salary of it.””
About This Quote
Patience is a virtue, especially in governance; pride and weakness hinder duty, while some evade responsibility.
In simple terms: Patience aids governance.
Key Takeaway
Practice patience in leadership.
Themes
virtue
government
pride
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
statement
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When to use this quote
- political office
- public service
- bureaucracy
Key Concepts
leadership
ethics
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How does patience impact political decisions?
- What balances pride and duty?
A Different Perspective
Context‑specific; not universal.
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