Quote by Alexander Pope

Pride is still aiming at the best houses: Men would be angels, angels would be gods. Aspiring to be gods, if angels fell aspiring to be angels men rebel.

Pride is still aiming at the best houses: Men would be angel

Summary

This quote by Alexander Pope suggests that pride leads individuals to aspire for greatness and superiority. People are never satisfied with their current status and constantly strive for higher achievements, aiming for the best houses or positions. It highlights the never-ending desire for power and perfection. Additionally, it implies that angelic beings, who are already highly esteemed, would aspire to become divine beings, i.e., gods. However, should angels attempt to remain angels, humans would rebel against them. It emphasizes the inherent nature of discontentment and the consequences it can have on relationships and society.

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