The new nuns don't know that they're 'supposed' to be meek…
“The new nuns don't know that they're 'supposed' to be meek and submissive, and so in many ways they believe they can do anything, because they've seen the earlier ones do it. In this way, there's nothing for them to doubt.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Modern nuns reject meekness, believing they can achieve anything, inspired by predecessors, removing doubt.
In simple terms: New nuns feel empowered, lacking doubt.
Embrace confidence without doubt.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious communities
- personal empowerment
- leadership training
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels their confidence?
- How does tradition shape self‑belief?
Overconfidence may lead to reckless actions.