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Every doer of the law and every moral worker is accursed…

“Every doer of the law and every moral worker is accursed, for he walketh in the presumption of his own righteousness.” quote by Martin Luther
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“Every doer of the law and every moral worker is accursed, for he walketh in the presumption of his own righteousness.”

Martin Luther

About This Quote

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

Moral self‑righteousness leads to curse because it presumes personal perfection.

In simple terms: Thinking you’re always right brings trouble.

Key Takeaway

Check humility before judging.

Themes

humility morality pride

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal ethics
  • leadership
  • spiritual guidance

Key Concepts

theology self‑deception

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you assume you are always right?
  • How does humility improve decisions?
A Different Perspective

Self‑righteousness can blind one to true error.

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