Heart Quote by William Hazlitt
“The seat of knowledge is in the head; of wisdom, in the heart. We are sure to judge wrong, if we do not feel right.”
About This Quote
Knowledge resides in the mind, while wisdom stems from the heart; judgments should align with feeling to avoid error.
In simple terms: Head holds knowledge; heart holds wisdom; feel right to judge well.
Key Takeaway
Balance intellect and emotion in decisions.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
psychology
Mood
contemplative
insightful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- decision making
- leadership
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
cognition
emotional intelligence
moral judgment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does feeling guide moral choices?
- When should emotion override logic?
A Different Perspective
Pure logic may miss compassionate insight.
