Groveling Quote by Tryon Edwards
“True humility is not an abject, groveling, self-despising spirit; it is but a right estimate of ourselves as God sees us.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gift of Being Yourself by Tryon Edwards, 1995
Humility is a balanced self‑view aligned with divine perspective, not self‑deprecation.
In simple terms: Humility is realistic self‑esteem.
Key Takeaway
Align self‑view with higher values.
Themes
humility
self‑esteem
spirituality
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- faith practice
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
theology
self‑knowledge
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure your worth?
- What does humility mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with cultural emphasis on modesty.
![“We should try to learn the nature of [the spirit of revelation]. . . . This is the grand means that the Lord has provided for us, that we may know the light, and not be groveling continually in the dark.” quote by Lorenzo Snow](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9a8/lorenzo-snow-16450_dark_we-should-try-to-learn-the-nature-of-the_135034.jpg)
