Doe Quote by Plato
“When a person supposes that he knows, and does not know; this appears to be the great source of all the errors of the intellect.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Theaetetus, Plato, c. 360 BC
Assuming knowledge without recognizing ignorance leads to intellectual errors.
In simple terms: Thinking you know when you don’t causes mistakes.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions.
Themes
knowledge
humility
error
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal decision‑making
- leadership
- teaching
Key Concepts
epistemology
self‑deception
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you truly know?
- How can you test your assumptions?
A Different Perspective
Assuming you know can limit learning and growth.
