Errors Quote by George Washington
“To err is nature, to rectify error is glory.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: to a friend, 1790
He suggests that making mistakes is human, but correcting them is noble.
In simple terms: Errors are natural; fixing them is honorable.
Embrace correction as a path to glory.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily work
- relationships
- policy decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What errors can you correct today?
- How does correction shape reputation?
Fixing errors can be costly or delayed.