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Boast Quote by Bertrand Russell

“If I were granted omnipotence, and millions of years to experiment in, I should not think Man much to boast of as the final result of all my efforts.” quote by Bertrand Russell
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“If I were granted omnipotence, and millions of years to experiment in, I should not think Man much to boast of as the final result of all my efforts.”

Bertrand Russell

About This Quote

Even with ultimate power and endless time, the speaker doubts any achievement would be worth boasting about, implying limits of ambition.

In simple terms: Infinite power may not yield meaningful results.

Key Takeaway

Focus on meaningful, finite goals.

Themes

philosophy humility ambition

Mood

contemplative skeptical

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • scientific research
  • personal development
  • spiritual practice
  • public policy

Key Concepts

existentialism ethics human limitation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truly matters beyond achievement?
  • How do you define a worthwhile result?
A Different Perspective

Unlimited resources can lead to aimlessness.

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