Acquire a government over your ideas, that they may come down when they are called, and depart when they are bidden.
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To prevent and suppress rising resentment is wise and glorious, is manly and divine.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Controlling resentment is both commendable and a sign of true strength.
This quote emphasizes the value of managing oneβs feelings of resentment. It suggests that the ability to prevent and suppress these negative emotions is not only wise but also honorable, indicating a high moral character and strength of spirit that reflects the divine aspect of human nature.
Themes
ResentmentWisdomStrengthControlEmotion
In practice
Example use cases
In a leadership meeting, to promote teamwork, one could say this quote to highlight the importance of managing conflicts.
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