--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: That's arrogance, Harry. \" he said…" description: "\"“That's arrogance, Harry. \" he said, gently. \"On a level so deep, you don't even realize it exists. And do you know why it's there?\" \"No?\" I asked. He ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/872/jim-butcher-151_arrogance_that-s-arrogance-harry-he-said-gently-on_1199481.jpg" --- # That's arrogance, Harry. " he said, gently. "On a level so… ![“That's arrogance, Harry. " he said, gently. "On a level so deep, you don't even realize it exists. And do you know why it's there?" "No?" I asked. He smiled again. "Because you have set a higher standard for yourself. You think that, because you have more power than others, you have to do more…” quote by Jim Butcher](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/872/jim-butcher-151_arrogance_that-s-arrogance-harry-he-said-gently-on_1199481.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/872/jim-butcher-151_arrogance_that-s-arrogance-harry-he-said-gently-on_1199481.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/872/jim-butcher-151_arrogance_that-s-arrogance-harry-he-said-gently-on_1199481.jpg) > ““That's arrogance, Harry. " he said, gently. "On a level so deep, you don't even realize it exists. And do you know why it's there?" "No?" I asked. He smiled again. "Because you have set a higher standard for yourself. You think that, because you have more power than others, you have to do more with it." "To whom much is given, much is required," I said, without looking up. He barked out a short laugh. "For someone who repeatedly tells me he has no faith, you have a surprising capacity to quote scripture. And that's just my point." I eyed him. "What?" "You wouldn't be twisting yourself into knots like this, Harry, if you didn't care." "So?" "Monsters don't care," Michael said. "The damned don't care, Harry. The only way to go beyond redemption is to choose to take yourself there. The only way to do it is to stop caring.”” [Jim Butcher](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/jim-butcher/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Arrogance arises when one assumes power obliges greater responsibility, yet true responsibility may require detachment and self‑care. **In simple terms:** Power doesn’t always mean more duty; sometimes stepping back is needed. Key Takeaway Balance responsibility with self‑preservation. Themes responsibility power humility selfcare Mood thoughtful introspective Type fictional philosophical When to use this quote - leadership roles - mentoring - public office - creative projects - personal relationships Key Concepts ethical duty personal boundaries spiritual insight Questions to Reflect On - When does caring become counterproductive? - How can you serve responsibly without losing self? A Different Perspective Detaching can be seen as neglect or selfishness. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Arrogance](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/arrogance/) [Caring](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/caring/) [Monsters](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/monsters/) [Redemption](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/redemption/) ## Related quotes > [Underestimating one's enemy was a classic tactical mistake --- one that was usually born out of stupidity or arrogance or both. 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