The first test of a truly great man is his humility. By humility I don't mean doubt of his powers or hesitation in speaking his opinion, but merely an understanding of the relationship of what he can say and what he can do.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
I believe the first test of a truly great man is in his humility.
I have seen humility in many of the finest leaders I have met the world over. And indeed, it is embodied in the warm, engaging and quintessentially successful spirit of Sir Richard Branson.
Humility must always be the portion of any man who receives acclaim earned in the blood of his followers and the sacrifices of his friends.
He is a very humble man, that thinks not himself better than some others.
The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.
Not to be cheered by praise, not to be grieved by blame, but to know thoroughly one's own virtues or powers are the characteristics of an excellent man.
A great man is different from an eminent one in that he is ready to be the servant of the society.
The greatness of a man is measured by the way he treats the little man. Compassion for the weak is a sign of greatness.
No man is truly great who is great only in his lifetime. The test of greatness is the page of history.
Man's greatness lies in his power of thought.