Quote by Benjamin Franklin

Pride that dines on vanity, sups on contempt.

Pride that dines on vanity, sups on contempt.

Summary

This quote suggests that excessive pride and arrogance thrive on self-obsession and a disregard for others. When pride becomes fueled by vanity, it leads individuals to look down upon others with contempt. It implies that prideful individuals derive satisfaction and sustenance from holding themselves higher than others, indulging in their own self-importance and belittling those they deem inferior. In essence, this quote portrays pride as a destructive force that feeds on a toxic combination of self-admiration and disdain for others.

By Benjamin Franklin

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