Man, proud man, dressed in a little brief authority, like an angry ape, play such fantastic tricks before high heaven as make the angels weep

Summary

This quote suggests that humans, consumed with their own arrogance and entitlement, behave in foolish and deceitful ways that are both alarming and pitiful. Referring to a man as an "angry ape" highlights the primitive nature and irrationality of his actions. The phrase compares these ridiculous behaviors to a spectacle that even the divine beings find deeply saddening, emphasizing the discrepancy between humankind's potential for greatness and their often disappointing conduct.

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