Atom bomb Quote by William Golding
““We think we know ." "Know? That's worse than an atom bomb, and always was.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Lord of the Flies, 1954
Warns that claiming knowledge can be dangerous, likening it to a destructive force like an atom bomb.
In simple terms: Knowing can be dangerous.
Key Takeaway
Question the certainty of your assumptions.
Themes
knowledge
danger
hubris
Mood
cautionary
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- academic research
- policy making
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
epistemology
overconfidence
ethical limits
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you realized you were wrong?
- How do you balance confidence with humility?
A Different Perspective
Overconfidence can hinder learning.
