Anthony de Mello

Anthony de Mello (1931–1987) was an Indian Jesuit priest, psychotherapist, and spiritual teacher known for blending Christian spirituality with Eastern insights. His books and talks, including Awareness, emphasize self-knowledge and mindful awareness, which aligns with his quote about wisdom growing as one recognizes one’s ignorance.

Quotes by Anthony de Mello

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Wisdom tends to grow in proportion to one’s awareness of one’s ignorance. — Anthony de Mello

Ignorance as the Fertile Ground for Wisdom

Ultimately, wisdom is not a static achievement but a continuous practice. Life regularly confronts us with uncertainty and complexity. Each admission of ignorance is not a reason for shame but an invitation to seek, discover, and grow. By returning, again and again, to the humility de Mello describes, we nurture wisdom as an ever-expanding horizon rather than a fixed destination. [...]

Created on: 5/24/2025