Wisdom Quote by Aeschylus
“Truly even he errs that is wiser than the wise.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Prometheus Bound, Aeschylus, c. 430 BC
Even a wise person can err, and such errors may be more insightful than the flawless wisdom of the truly wise.
In simple terms: Wise people also make mistakes.
Key Takeaway
Learn from errors, even of the wise.
Themes
mythology
philosophy
human nature
error
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic study
- ethical debates
- leadership training
- personal reflection
- teaching philosophy
Key Concepts
Fallibility
Humility
Learning from mistakes
Questions to Reflect On
- What can a mistake teach that certainty cannot?
- How do you differentiate useful errors from harmful ones?
A Different Perspective
Not all errors are equal.
