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“Of course, as everyone knows, neither my five books nor any five hundred books are sufficient to silence and pertinacity. It is the glory of vain men never to yield to the truth.” quote by Augustine of Hippo
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““Of course, as everyone knows, neither my five books nor any five hundred books are sufficient to silence and pertinacity. It is the glory of vain men never to yield to the truth.””

Augustine of Hippo

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Human knowledge is limited; even many books cannot silence stubbornness. Truth requires humility, not just learning.

In simple terms: Books alone can't stop stubbornness.

Key Takeaway

Seek humility over accumulation.

Themes

humility knowledge truth

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical theological

When to use this quote

  • personal study
  • academic debate
  • teaching
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility affect learning?
  • Can knowledge replace humility?
A Different Perspective

Even with many books, pride can block truth.

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