Quote by Aeschylus

The man whose authority is recent is always stern.

The man whose authority is recent is always stern.

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who have recently acquired positions of authority tend to assert their power more intensely. The newfound authority may cause them to act sternly or strictly in order to establish their dominance and gain respect from others. They may feel the need to prove themselves and enforce their power, lacking the experience and established relationships that often come with time in a leadership role. It implies that individuals with longer-standing authority may be more lenient or relaxed as they have already established their position and earned the trust and obedience of those they lead.

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