No place, no company, no age, no person is…
“No place, no company, no age, no person is temptation-free; let no man boast that he was never tempted, let him not be high-minded, but fear, for he may be surprised in that very instant wherein he boasteth that he was never tempted at all.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
No one is free from temptation; pride in never being tempted is foolish; we must expect surprise.
In simple terms: Temptation is universal; avoid boastful denial.
Key Takeaway
Accept human fallibility.
Themes
morality
humility
temptation
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- ethical counseling
- self‑improvement workshops
Key Concepts
philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging temptation aid self‑control?
- What practices reduce overconfidence?
A Different Perspective
Denial can hinder growth.