'You come from the Lord Adam and the Lady Eve', said Aslan. 'And that is both honour enough to erect the head of the poorest beggar, and shame enough to bow the shoulders of the greatest emperor on earth; Be content.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human heritage is both a source of dignity and humility.
- In plain terms
- You are noble because of your origins, but also humble.
- What can you take from it?
- Know your worth but stay humble.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you feel dignified?
- How do you balance pride and humility?
Another view
This relies on a specific theological view of human origins.
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