We come nearest to the great when we are great in humility.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Greatness is closely linked to humility; one achieves true greatness by remaining humble.
- In plain terms
- Be humble to become truly great.
- What can you take from it?
- Humility is a key component of greatness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you humble enough to grow?
- What defines greatness to you?
Another view
Humility does not guarantee recognition or external success.
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