Know Things Quote by Thomas à Kempis
““given to thee. If it seemeth to thee that thou knowest many things, and understandest them well, know also that there are many more things which thou knowest””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Imitation of Christ, 1418
If you think you understand many things, remember there are far more beyond your grasp.
In simple terms: Humility in knowledge; endless learning.
Key Takeaway
Stay humble and keep learning.
Themes
humility
knowledge
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal study
- spiritual retreats
- academic research
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you assume you know?
- How do you handle unknowns?
A Different Perspective
Can lead to paralysis by indecision.
