Conceit Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
““Sometimes I think that it is only the monstrous conceit of mankind which makes him think that all this stage was erected for him to strut upon.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Return of the King, 1910
Human arrogance blinds us to our small place in the universe.
In simple terms: Pride makes us think the world is our stage.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility.
Themes
humility
philosophy
human nature
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- art criticism
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
existentialism
ego
anthropocentrism
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever feel the world is designed for you?
- How does humility change your actions?
A Different Perspective
Not all view the world as a stage; some see it as a community.
