About Quote by John Templeton
“The correct description is that we try every day to become more humble when we talk about divinity, we try to realize how little we know and how open minded we should be.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public lecture on humility, 1998
Humility in discussing the divine means acknowledging our limited knowledge and staying open‑minded.
In simple terms: Admit what you don’t know about higher powers.
Key Takeaway
Practice intellectual humility.
Themes
humility
spirituality
learning
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- theology studies
- interfaith dialogues
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
epistemic modesty
open‑mindedness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does humility look like in your daily life?
- How can you stay open while holding beliefs?
A Different Perspective
Humility can be mistaken for weakness if not balanced with confidence.
