Created for Greatness: The Power of Magnanimity

by Alexandre Havard

Created for Greatness contains general pointers on how to achieve greatness and practical steps to follow. It is for those who really want to get down to brass tacks. Magnanimity is an ideal rooted in trust in man, and his inherent greatness. It is the virtue of action and entrepreneurship. It is the supreme form of human hope. Magnanimity is a virtue capable of setting the tone of one's entire life, transforming it, giving it new meaning and leading to the flourishing of the personality. Magnanimity and humility are the virtues specific to leaders. Magnanimity and humility are two words rich in meaning, possessed of extraordinary emotional and existential power, words that go straight to the heart because they embody a life ideal-the ideal of greatness and service. Magnanimity is the thirst to lead a full and intense life; humility is the thirst to love and sacrifice for others. Leadership is about achieving greatness by bringing out the greatness in others. It is a life ideal, which recognizes, assimilates and propagates the truth about man The Author

Genres: Leadership, Christianity, Self Help, Philosophy

96 pages, Paperback

First published September 14, 2011

About the author

Alexandre Dianine-Havard

Reviews

[Davis Haguma]

Havard masterfully discusses how magnanimity and humility are the two indispensable virtues for leadership. I liked how he linked them to the cardinal virtues, clearly explaining how these two are specific to leadership.

[Eric Swanson · Rating 4 out of 5]

There is much that this short book has to offer. To anyone who wishes to grow in the cardinal virtues and adopt a mental ethic conducive to holiness - I'd highly recommend this. St. Paul calls us "not to be conformed to the world, but the renewing of [our] minds". Therefore, as we arise in a decadent world - we must commission ourselves to worthwhile reading and reflection. Our minds are akin to a fertile garden - where seeds of growth or destruction may grow. We should take heed then, what we allow into our minds. There is also a section at the end which includes some more practical tips for the pursuit of magnanimity and humility.

Great read!

[Eduardo Da Silva · Rating 5 out of 5]

Novamente, Havard apresenta um belo trabalho, com as características essenciais de um líder: magnanimidade e humildade. De forma clara e objetiva ele mostra como podemos exercitar essas duas virtudes, para alcançar ideias nobres, que façam diferença em toda a sociedade. Como não poderia deixar de ser, busca boa parte de suas conclusões, frutos de muitas pesquisas e aplicações reais, na filosofia cristã.

Recomendo.

[Michael H Harner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thought provoking consideration of a misunderstood virtue.

Exceptional book. Provides an insight into the foundational purchase a leadership, those being magnanimity and humility. A must read for anyone serious about leadership.

[Atenea · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sigue repitiendo ejemplos y vuelve a querer ser objetivo pero no lo logra

[Ed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Havard once again provides insights into personal growth and growing in virtue. A terrific book for anyone seeking to become a better version of oneself.

[Danna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book!!!! Big recommend :-)

[Filip · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book about catholic virtues. Explained in short, to the point texts with many examples from real life.
It is how to live carefree fullfiling and happy life like a saint.

[Jason Joseph · Rating 3 out of 5]

While I can't quite put my finger on it, I did not get a lot out of this book. In the end, it comes across as a lot of pretty words about leadership.

[María Luengo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Creo que era demasiado denso para el momento en el que lo estaba leyendo. No me cogió mucho. Solo leí un capítulo.