I shall neither trouble the reader, nor myself, with any…
““I shall neither trouble the reader, nor myself, with any apology for publishing of these sermons; for if they be, in any measure, truly serviceable to the end for which they are designed, I do not see what apology is necessary; and if they be not so, I am sure none can be sufficient.Tillotson.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Johnson argues that if his sermons are useful, they need no apology; if not, no apology could help.
In simple terms: Useful work needs no excuse; useless work can't be excused.
Key Takeaway
Focus on usefulness, not justification.
Themes
utility
humility
writing
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- publishing
- public speaking
- self‑assessment
- defending work
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
audience expectation
Questions to Reflect On
- Is your work truly useful?
- How do you handle criticism?
A Different Perspective
If the work fails, apology may still be needed for credibility.