Quote by Vicomte De Chateaubriand

Let us not disdain glory too much; nothing is finer, except virtue. The height of happiness would be to unite both in this life.

Let us not disdain glory too much; nothing is finer, except

Summary

This quote suggests that glory should not be excessively despised, as it holds its own value, second only to virtue. It expresses that true happiness can be achieved by uniting glory and virtue in one's life. In other words, while virtue is the ultimate moral excellence, glory, which typically signifies honor or fame, can be pursued and cherished as long as it remains aligned with virtuous intentions and actions. Thus, the quote encourages a balanced perspective on glory and posits the harmonious combination of virtue and glory as the pinnacle of happiness.

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