Bias Quote by Marilynne Robinson
“To recognize our bias toward error should teach us modesty and reflection, and to forgive it should help us avoid the inhumanity of thinking we ourselves are not as fallible as those who, in any instance, seem most at fault. Science can give us knowledge, but it cannot give us wisdom. Nor can religion, until it puts aside nonsense and distraction and becomes itself again.”
About This Quote
Recognizing our tendency to err should foster humility and self‑examination, while forgiveness prevents dehumanizing judgments about our own fallibility.
In simple terms: Error awareness leads to humility and reflection.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and forgiveness.
Themes
humility
reflection
fallibility
forgiveness
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- leadership
- counseling
Key Concepts
ethics
human nature
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging error change your relationships?
- What role does forgiveness play in personal development?
A Different Perspective
Humans may resist acknowledging error, limiting growth.
