Great men never make bad use of their superiority. They see it and feel it and are not less modest. The more they have, the more they know their own deficiencies.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that truly great individuals, despite their superiority in certain areas, do not exploit or misuse their power or talents. They possess an inherent humility and self-awareness that prevents them from becoming arrogant or overlooking their own shortcomings. In fact, their greatness enables them to recognize and acknowledge their limitations even more. Rather than boasting about their superiority, they remain modest and continually strive for self-improvement.

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