O son, thou hast not true humility, The highest virtue…
“O son, thou hast not true humility, The highest virtue, mother of them all; But her thou hast not know; for what is this? Thou thoughtest of thy prowess and thy sins Thou hast not lost thyself to save thyself.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True humility is lacking when one boasts of power and sin, preventing self‑loss for self‑saving.
In simple terms: Pride prevents true humility and self‑sacrifice.
Key Takeaway
Recognize humility beyond personal achievements.
Themes
humility
pride
self‑knowledge
virtue
spiritual growth
Mood
contemplative
serene
instructive
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
- leadership development
- mentoring
Key Concepts
ethics
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does humility look like in daily life?
- How can one balance confidence with humility?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the value of confidence in action.