Greater Quote by Jack London
“There are things greater than our wisdom, beyond our justice. The right and wrong of this we cannot say, and it is not for us to judge.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sea-Wolf by Jack London, 1904
Human knowledge and moral judgment are limited; some truths lie beyond our comprehension and authority.
In simple terms: We cannot fully grasp or judge all truths.
Key Takeaway
Accept humility in judgment.
Themes
humility
ethics
knowledge
limits
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal decisions
- personal relationships
- philosophical debates
- scientific research
Key Concepts
epistemology
morality
human limitation
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths might we be overlooking?
- How can we recognize our limits?
A Different Perspective
Our judgments may be biased by limited perspective.
