If any man seeks for greatness, let him forget greatness and ask for truth, and he will find both.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True greatness comes from pursuing truth rather than actively seeking fame or status.
- In plain terms
- If you want to be great, just seek the truth and greatness will follow.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek truth and greatness follows.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is it possible to seek truth and ignore recognition?
- Where do you seek truth in your daily life?
Another view
Society often rewards fame regardless of truth.
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