Arms Quote by Dorothy Dunnett
““And at thirty-eight a brilliant exponent of arms and a knight of the great fighting and religious Order of St John, the Chevalier de Villegagnon had absolutely no use for common sense himself, but respected it in the laity.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The House of Niccolò by Dorothy Dunnett, 1960
A skilled military leader ignored common sense for himself but valued it in ordinary people.
In simple terms: Leaders may lack practical sense yet appreciate it in others.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and respect common sense in everyday people.
Themes
leadership
common sense
military
humility
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- military command
- team management
- public policy
Key Concepts
strategic thinking
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance expertise with humility?
- When should you defer to common sense?
A Different Perspective
Leaders might overestimate their own judgment.
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