Funny Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“I cannot go on… All that I have written seems to me like so much straw compared to what I have seen and what has been revealed to me.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Summa Theologica, 13th century
Human knowledge feels insignificant compared to divine revelation, prompting humility.
In simple terms: Our writings seem small next to higher truth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility before greater truths.
Themes
theology
philosophy
humility
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- academic study
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
divine revelation
human limitation
spiritual insight
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this humility inspire in your work?
- How can you balance confidence and humility?
A Different Perspective
May discount human reason too much.
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