Candle Quote by Phillips Brooks
“Devotion is like the candle which Michael Angelo used to take in his pasteboard cap, so as not to throw his shadow upon the work in which he was engaged.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “The Candle of Devotion”, 1905
Devotion requires shielding one’s ego to let work shine without personal bias.
In simple terms: Keep ego aside to let work shine.
Key Takeaway
Practice humble focus on tasks.
Themes
devotion
humility
craftsmanship
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- scientific research
- teaching
- leadership
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you protect your work from personal bias?
- What rituals help maintain humility?
A Different Perspective
Ego can unintentionally influence outcomes.
