Errors Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“My errors are by now natural and incorrigible; but the good that worthy men do the public by making themselves imitable, I shall perhaps do by making myself evitable.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Essays, Book III, 1580
Good deeds become public models; by imitating them, others can follow, but one must also avoid becoming a negative example.
In simple terms: Imitate good, avoid being bad.
Key Takeaway
Model virtue for others.
Themes
virtue
imitation
public example
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- leadership
- teaching
- public speaking
- policy making
- community service
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
role modeling
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure your actions inspire positively?
- What prevents good deeds from being misinterpreted?
A Different Perspective
Public scrutiny can distort intentions.
