Everything Quote by Margaret MacMillan
“The only person, if you're a religious person, who's always right is God. And if you make the mistake of thinking that you, like God, are always right, and that you, like God, always know everything, then it seems to me you're riding for a fall.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The War That Ended Peace, 2014
Assuming human infallibility, like divine perfection, leads to arrogance and eventual failure; humility is essential.
In simple terms: Thinking you’re always right invites disaster.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and question your certainty.
Themes
humility
error
divine analogy
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- leaders
- policy makers
- religious believers
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
hubris
overconfidence
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you overestimated your own judgment?
- How can humility improve decision outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Even wise leaders can fall into the trap of overconfidence.
