Surely modesty never hurt any cause; and the confidence of…
“Surely modesty never hurt any cause; and the confidence of man seems to me to be much like the wrath of man.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Modesty protects causes, while excessive confidence can become destructive like anger.
In simple terms: Modesty helps; overconfidence harms.
Balance humility with realistic confidence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- leadership
- political activism
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does confidence become arrogance?
- How can modesty be practiced in advocacy?
Overconfidence may still be useful in crisis.