Quote by Rene Descartes

I am indeed amazed when I consider how weak my mind is and how prone to error.


I am indeed amazed when I consider how weak my mind is and h

Summary

The quote reflects the speaker’s astonishment towards their own intellectual limitations and inclination towards making mistakes. They express surprise over the fragility of their own mind, acknowledging its vulnerability to errors and defects. This statement signifies humility and self-awareness, highlighting the speaker's realization of their own fallibility and susceptibility to mistakes, which is a characteristic common to all human beings.

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