Day and night Quote by George Mikes
““Only motorists can answer this puzzling question: What are taxis for? A simple pedestrian knows that they are certainly not there to carry passengers. Taxis, in fact, are a Christian institution. They are here to teach drivers modesty and humility. They teach us never to be over-confident; they remind us that we never can tell what the next moment will bring for us, whether we shall be able to drive on or a taxi will bump into us from the back or the side. \ .. and thou shalt fear day and night, and shalt have none assurance of thy life’ (Deut., chapter 28, verse 66)””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Book of the Taxi, George Mikes, 1965
Taxis symbolize humility, reminding drivers and pedestrians alike that control is fleeting and over‑confidence is dangerous.
In simple terms: Taxis teach modesty and uncertainty about the future.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and stay alert.
Themes
humility
uncertainty
human frailty
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- driving
- urban commuting
- risk assessment
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
existentialism
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility affect your daily decisions?
- What unexpected events have you faced recently?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on metaphor may distract from practical traffic safety.
