Carpenter Quote by Anthony of Padua
“The creator of the heavens obeys a carpenter; the God of eternal glory listens to a poor virgin. Has anyone ever witnessed anything comparable to this? Let the philosopher no longer disdain from listening to the common laborer; the wise, to the simple; the educated, to the illiterate; a child of a prince, to a peasant.”
About This Quote
The quote calls for humility, urging the wise to listen to ordinary people and learn from simple, uneducated sources.
In simple terms: Wisdom comes from listening to all, regardless of status.
Key Takeaway
Value humble voices.
Themes
humility
wisdom
social equality
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- education
- social interaction
Key Concepts
philosophy
egalitarianism
Questions to Reflect On
- Who have you ignored due to status?
- How can humility improve decision making?
A Different Perspective
It may idealize simplicity.
