Clever Quote by Andrew Marr
““We humans have been brilliantly clever... almost as clever as we think we are, though not, perhaps, as wise.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: BBC Radio, 2019
Human ingenuity outpaces wisdom; cleverness without prudence can lead to folly.
In simple terms: Smartness exceeds wisdom.
Key Takeaway
Balance intellect with humility.
Themes
wisdom
humility
intelligence
hubris
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- leadership
- education
- technology development
Key Concepts
Philosophy of knowledge
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you overestimated your wisdom?
- How can societies foster humility?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence may blind us to consequences.
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