Tag Archives: position

The higher our position the more modestly we should behave.

Posted on 7 March 2016 by philosiblog

The higher our position the more modestly we should behave. – Cicero What does that mean? This was an interesting quote to source, as it had variant wording. And while attributed to Cicero, he claims it was said by King Philip of … Continue reading →

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He who blinded by ambition, raises himself to a position whence he cannot mount higher, must fall with the greatest loss.

Posted on 27 October 2012 by philosiblog

He who blinded by ambition, raises himself to a position whence he cannot mount higher, must fall with the greatest loss. – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? This is an interesting quote, if only for the number of requirements needed to … Continue reading →

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