A great empire and little minds go ill together.
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Dangers by being despised grow great.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Being looked down upon can lead to serious consequences, increasing the dangers one faces.
This quote by Edmund Burke highlights the perilous nature of being held in low regard by others. When a person is despised, there may be significant dangers that arise from that disdain, potentially leading to isolation, conflict, or even aggression from others, as people may perceive someone they dislike as a threat or less worthy of basic respect and consideration.
Themes
DespisedDangersConsequencesPerceptionCourage
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about resilience, one might use this quote to discuss the importance of self-worth in the face of adversity.
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