Quote by Johann von Goethe
It is said, that no one is a hero to their butler. The reason is, that it requires a hero to recognize a hero. The butler, however, will probably know well how to estimate his equals.
Summary
This quote suggests that individuals may not be seen as heroes by their butler because recognizing heroism requires being a hero oneself. The butler, who serves and observes their equals, is more likely to accurately evaluate and understand individuals on the same level as them. The quote implies that heroism is subjective and tends to be appreciated most by those who possess heroic qualities themselves.
Topics
Heroes/heroism
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