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“In the ancient world, this was understood by the Christians, our only (if very imperfect) predecessors: Humility is a virtue, pride a vice; We comes from God, I from the Devil.” quote by Yevgeny Zamyatin
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““In the ancient world, this was understood by the Christians, our only (if very imperfect) predecessors: Humility is a virtue, pride a vice; We comes from God, I from the Devil.””

Yevgeny Zamyatin

About This Quote

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

Humility is presented as divine, while pride is linked to evil, reflecting Christian moral dichotomy.

In simple terms: Humility is virtuous; pride is sinful.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate humility.

Themes

humility pride morality

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical theological

When to use this quote

  • religious teaching
  • personal ethics
  • cultural critique

Key Concepts

theology ethical philosophy spiritual doctrine

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility serve you?
  • Can pride be constructive?
A Different Perspective

May simplify complex morality.

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