Intelligence Quote by Sophocles
“It is no weakness for the wisest man to learn when he is wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Philoctetes, attributed to Sophocles, 5th century BC
Recognizing one's errors and learning from them is a sign of wisdom, not weakness.
In simple terms: Even the wise must admit mistakes to grow.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and seek correction.
Themes
wisdom
humility
learning
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership
- education
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
self-awareness
growth
error correction
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you create a safe space for admitting mistakes?
- What habits help you recognize when you are wrong?
A Different Perspective
Admitting error can damage reputation if not handled carefully.
![“Learned we may be with another man's learning: we can only be wise with wisdom of our own: [I hate a sage who is not wise for himself]” quote by Euripides](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/793/euripides-472_another-man_learned-we-may-be-with-another-man-s-lea_743642.jpg)
