Quote by Norman Mailer

Ultimately a hero is a man who would argue with the gods, and so awakens devils to contest his vision. The more a man can achieve, the more he may be certain that the devil will inhabit a part of his creation.

Ultimately a hero is a man who would argue with the gods, an

Summary

This quote suggests that a true hero is someone who challenges the established order, even if it means confronting deities or higher powers. By doing so, the hero provokes opposition and adversity, symbolized by the devil. The more success and impact the hero achieves, the more likely it is that their creation or vision will be infiltrated by negativity or evil. In essence, this quote emphasizes the idea that great achievements and progress often come with sacrifices and challenges along the way.

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Heroes/heroism

By Norman Mailer

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