Greek myth Quote by Barry B. Powell
![“Carved on the temple [at Delphi] were the exhortations "Know yourself" and "Nothing too much," mottoes with a similar meaning: You are only human, so don't try more than you are able (or you will pay the price). A recurring theme in Greek myth is the man or woman who loses sight of human…” quote by Barry B. Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8c4/barry-b-powell-61147_greek-myth_carved-on-the-temple-at-delphi-were-the_982498.jpg)
““Carved on the temple [at Delphi] were the exhortations "Know yourself" and "Nothing too much," mottoes with a similar meaning: You are only human, so don't try more than you are able (or you will pay the price). A recurring theme in Greek myth is the man or woman who loses sight of human limitations and acts arrogantly and with violence, as if immortal. And pays a terrible price.””
About This Quote
Source Inscription: Temple of Delphi, ancient Greece, c. 5th century BC
The quote warns against overreaching beyond human limits, urging humility and self‑knowledge to avoid disastrous consequences.
In simple terms: Know your limits to avoid ruin.
Key Takeaway
Respect your limits.
Themes
humility
self‑knowledge
hubris
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- leadership
- risk assessment
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Greek mythology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits do you ignore?
- How can humility guide your actions?
A Different Perspective
Even with self‑knowledge, ambition can blind us.
