Quote by William Shakespeare

He is not great who is not greatly good.

He is not great who is not greatly good.

Summary

This quote suggests that true greatness is not solely based on talent or achievements, but on the possession of great moral values and virtues. It emphasizes that being exceptional in one area is not enough if one lacks goodness and integrity. It implies that genuine greatness lies in the ability to act virtuously and with altruism towards others. Therefore, being truly great requires embodying and practicing noble qualities that benefit both oneself and others.

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