You may drive a dog off the King's armchair, and it will climb into the preacher's pulpit; he views the world unmoved, unembarrassed, unabashed.

Summary

This quote implies that despite one's position or authority being taken away, their natural instincts and behavior will remain unchanged. It suggests that if you remove someone from one position of power, they will simply seek another avenue to assert their dominance or authority without feeling any shame or hesitation. It highlights the idea that certain individuals possess an inherent need to control or exert influence over others, regardless of the circumstances or social norms.

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