Angel Quote by Alexandre Dumas
“Tell the angel who will watch over your life to pray now and then for a man who, like Satan, believed himself for an instant to be equal to God, but who realized in all humility that supreme power and wisdom are in the hands of God alone.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas, 1844
Humility recognizes that ultimate authority and wisdom belong solely to the divine, not to human pride.
In simple terms: True power lies with God, not with ego.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and trust in higher wisdom.
Themes
humility
spirituality
pride
divine authority
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- moral decision making
- conflict resolution
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
ego
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal ambition with humility?
- What practices help you remember divine authority?
A Different Perspective
Human ambition can still cause harm even when humbled.
