--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: God was satisfied with his own work, and…" description: "\"God was satisfied with his own work, and that is fatal.\" — Samuel Butler" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/917/samuel-butler-823_fatal_god-was-satisfied-with-his-own-work-and_503359.jpg" --- # God was satisfied with his own work, and that is fatal. ![“God was satisfied with his own work, and that is fatal.” quote by Samuel Butler](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/917/samuel-butler-823_fatal_god-was-satisfied-with-his-own-work-and_503359.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/917/samuel-butler-823_fatal_god-was-satisfied-with-his-own-work-and_503359.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/917/samuel-butler-823_fatal_god-was-satisfied-with-his-own-work-and_503359.jpg) > “God was satisfied with his own work, and that is fatal.” [Samuel Butler](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/samuel-butler/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Overconfidence in one's achievements can blind one to humility and lead to downfall. **In simple terms:** Pride in work can be deadly. Key Takeaway Beware hubris. Themes pride humility hubris Mood cautious reflective Type advisory philosophical When to use this quote - career advancement - artistic creation - leadership decisions Key Concepts self‑assessment fallibility Questions to Reflect On - How does pride affect your decisions? - What checks can prevent hubris? 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