Destiny Quote by Yukio Mishima
““And it seemed increasingly obvious that the world would have to topple if he was to attain the glory that was rightfully his. They were consubstantial: glory and the capsized world.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Temple of the Golden Pavilion by Yukio Mishima, 1956
Glory and the world are intertwined; achieving greatness may require upheaval of the existing order.
In simple terms: Greatness may demand destroying the old world.
Key Takeaway
Pursue glory responsibly.
Themes
glory
power
upheaval
identity
destiny
Mood
dramatic
intense
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political movements
- personal ambition
- artistic creation
- revolutionary change
Key Concepts
philosophy
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What costs are acceptable for glory?
- How to balance ambition with ethical limits?
A Different Perspective
Destruction can cause collateral harm.
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