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“Pride causes us to use our gifts as though they came from ourselves, not benefits received from God, and to usurp our benefactor's glory.” quote by Bernard of Clairvaux
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“Pride causes us to use our gifts as though they came from ourselves, not benefits received from God, and to usurp our benefactor's glory.”

Bernard of Clairvaux

About This Quote

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

Pride makes us claim achievements as our own, ignoring divine or external help, leading to misplaced glory.

In simple terms: Pride obscures true source of gifts.

Key Takeaway

Recognize external contributions.

Themes

pride humility spirituality

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • creative work
  • personal success

Key Concepts

theology ego gratitude

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance pride and humility?
  • What role does gratitude play in success?
A Different Perspective

Humility can be seen as weakness in competitive cultures.

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