Ignorance of the law of irreducibility was no excuse. I…
“Ignorance of the law of irreducibility was no excuse. I could no longer excuse myself with the claim that I didn't know the law -- for knowledge of self and of the world is the law that, even though unattainable, cannot be broken, and no one can excuse himself by saying that he doesn't know it. . . . The renewed originality of the sin is this: I have to carry out my unknowing, I shall be sinning originally against life.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Ignorance of fundamental truths is not an excuse; self‑knowledge is essential and unavoidable
In simple terms: Know yourself and the world
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper understanding
Themes
philosophy
ethics
self‑awareness
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- education
- moral decision‑making
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Existentialism
knowledge limits
Questions to Reflect On
- Can ignorance ever be justified?
- How does acknowledging limits shape actions?
A Different Perspective
Self‑knowledge may be unattainable but still guides behavior