Apology Quote by Henri Frederic Amiel
“Our systems, perhaps, are nothing more than an unconscious apology for our faults, a gigantic scaffolding whose object is to hide from us our favorite sin.”
About This Quote
We create elaborate systems to conceal our deepest moral failings.
In simple terms: Systems hide our sins.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront hidden flaws.
Themes
self-deception
morality
systems
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- organizational audit
- policy design
Key Concepts
psychology
ethical concealment
Questions to Reflect On
- What faults are you masking?
- How can transparency replace concealment?
A Different Perspective
Such scaffolding may also perpetuate the very faults they mask.
