Be humble Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld
“Plenty of people want to be pious, but no one yearns to be humble.”
About This Quote
Source maxim: "The Apology of the Wise", 1667
People seek piety for appearance, yet true humility is rarely pursued.
In simple terms: Piety is often superficial; humility is scarce.
Cultivate genuine humility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- public speaking
- leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we avoid humility?
- How can we value humility over show?
Humility can be socially uncomfortable, limiting its practice.