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Humble Quote by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

“Generally speaking, the truly great thinker is a humble man. It is 'a little learning' that 'is a dangerous thing'.” quote by D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones
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““Generally speaking, the truly great thinker is a humble man. It is 'a little learning' that 'is a dangerous thing'.””

D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Christian Life, 1972

Great thinkers are humble; excessive knowledge can be dangerous without humility

In simple terms: Humility essential for true wisdom

Key Takeaway

Cultivate humility

Themes

humility knowledge danger of arrogance

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Teaching
  • leadership
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

Theology philosophy of knowledge

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility protect against misuse?
  • What limits does knowledge impose?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence may lead to misuse of knowledge

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