Quote by TS (Thomas Stearns) Eliot

Most of the trouble in the world is caused by people wanting to be important.

Most of the trouble in the world is caused by people wanting

Summary

This quote suggests that a significant portion of the world's problems result from individuals driven by the desire to feel significant or hold positions of authority. It implies that this quest for importance can lead people to act selfishly, exploit others, engage in power struggles, and prioritize their own needs over others'. Consequently, the quote highlights the negative consequences that can arise when personal ambition is placed above collective well-being and the greater good.

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Pride

By TS (Thomas Stearns) Eliot

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