Bears Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“This idea is more surely understood by interrogation; WHAT DO I KNOW? which I bear as my motto with the emblem of a pair of scales.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Essays, Michel de Montaigne, 1580
Understanding comes through questioning; I adopt “What do I know?” as a guiding principle, symbolized by scales.
In simple terms: Questioning leads to understanding; scales symbolize balance.
Embrace humility and inquiry.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- education
- decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does questioning shape your choices?
- What balances your decisions?
May be seen as indecisive.