Aeschylus Quote - Arrogance is truly the child of impiety, but from health of soul comes happiness, dear to all, much prayed for.
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Arrogance is truly the child of impiety, but from health of soul comes happiness, dear to all, much prayed for.

"Arrogance is truly the child of impiety, but from health of soul comes happiness, dear to all, much prayed for."
— Aeschylus
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Aeschylus
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Meaning of this quote

Arrogance is linked to disrespect, while inner balance is associated with a more flourishing life.

Key takeaway: Temper confidence with respect and self-examination.

Origin of the quote

Eumenides, chorus, around lines 531–537.

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Exact wording appears in the consulted H. W. Smyth translation; retain the translation credit in detailed citation.

Attributed author: Aeschylus; translated by H. W. Smyth

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