Quote by Christopher Hitchens

I have been called arrogant myself in my time, and hope to earn the title again, but to claim that I am privy to the secrets of the universe and its creator - that's beyond my conceit.

I have been called arrogant myself in my time, and hope to e

Summary

In this quote, the speaker acknowledges that they have been accused of being arrogant before and even embrace that label to a certain extent. However, they draw the line at claiming to possess all-encompassing knowledge of the universe and its creator. The quote suggests the speaker's humility and self-awareness, as they recognize the limitation of their own understanding and the audacity of making such grandiose claims.

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Religion Pride Atheism Arrogance Religious Leadership The Sin Of Pride

By Christopher Hitchens

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