If, drunk with sight of power, we loose Wild tongues that have not Thee in awe, Such boastings as the Gentiles use, Or lesser breeds without the Law - Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet, Lest we forget - lest we forget!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The quote warns against boasting of power and forgetting humility or divine guidance when enjoying success.
- In plain terms
- Do not forget to stay humble and remember who helped you when you are powerful.
- What can you take from it?
- Remember to stay humble when you are successful.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who helped you get here?
- Will you forget them?
Another view
Forgetting past help is natural when overwhelmed by new success.
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The tumult and the shouting dies; The Captains and the Kings depart; Still stands Thine ancient sacrifice, An humble and a contrite heart.
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