Expect Quote by Thomas More
““For things will never be perfect, until human beings are perfect - which I don't expect them to be for quite a number of years!””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Utopia, 1516
Perfection is unattainable until humanity improves, a process that will take many years.
In simple terms: Human perfection is distant.
Key Takeaway
Work toward gradual improvement.
Themes
idealism
human nature
progress
Mood
critical
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- social reform
- education
- policy making
- community building
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
optimism
Questions to Reflect On
- What small improvements can you make?
- How realistic are your expectations?
A Different Perspective
Utopian ideals can be unrealistic.
