Quote by Benjamin Disraeli

Beware of endeavoring to become a great man in a hurry. One such attempt in ten thousand may succeed. These are fearful odds.

Beware of endeavoring to become a great man in a hurry. One

Summary

This quote warns against the dangers of hastily and ambitiously aspiring to become great. It emphasizes that the chances of achieving greatness are incredibly rare, with only one out of ten thousand attempts potentially succeeding. The reference to "fearful odds" suggests that embarking on such a pursuit without caution can result in disappointment and failure. It encourages patience and careful consideration in one's journey towards greatness, suggesting that it is a path that requires dedication, perseverance, and a realistic understanding of the slim likelihood of attaining true greatness.

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By Benjamin Disraeli

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