I am like a man so busy in letting rooms in one end of his house, that he can't stop to put out the fire that is burning the other.
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You can tell the greatness of a man by what makes him angry
Interpretation
What this quote means
A person's character can be assessed by their triggers and what they react to emotionally.
This quote by Abraham Lincoln suggests that the true measure of a person's greatness is revealed through their reactions, particularly when faced with anger or provocation. What angers someone can illustrate their values, priorities, and moral compass, providing insight into their character and integrity.
Themes
GreatnessAngerCharacterValuesIntegrity
In practice
Example use cases
During a leadership seminar, one could use this quote to discuss emotional intelligence.
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