Excuse Quote by Agatha Christie
“a great man always knows better than to explain unless an explanation is demanded. To rush into explanations and excuses is always a sign of weakness.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, 1926
Explaining without need shows weakness; only explain when truly asked.
In simple terms: Explain only when needed.
Key Takeaway
Speak only when asked.
Themes
humility
communication
strength
Mood
thoughtful
calm
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership meetings
- conflict resolution
- teaching
- customer service
Key Concepts
self‑control
assertiveness
Questions to Reflect On
- When is silence more powerful than explanation?
- How can you gauge if an explanation is truly demanded?
A Different Perspective
May be misinterpreted as evasiveness.
