Difficulties in your life do not come to destroy you, but to help you realise your hidden potential and power, let difficulties know that you too are difficult.
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It means, people who are in high and responsible positions, if they go against righteousness, righteousness itself will get transformed into a destroyer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Righteousness can turn destructive when those in power violate its principles.
This quote by Abdul Kalam emphasizes the profound responsibility that comes with power, especially in high positions. It warns that when leaders fail to uphold righteousness, the very concepts of justice and morality can become corrupted, resulting in destruction rather than progress. It serves as a reminder of the need for integrity and ethical behavior in positions of influence.
Themes
RighteousnessPowerResponsibilityIntegrityCorruption
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a leadership seminar to discuss ethical leadership.
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