Quote of the day by Jean-Jacques Rousseau , “Do not judge, and you will never be mistaken,” focuses on the limits of human knowledge. People often form opinions about others after seeing only one action or hearing part of a story. Such conclusions can be wrong because a person may not know the circumstances behind that action. Rousseau’s saying asks people to pause before judging. It connects judgment with error and points to humility, patience and understanding. The idea also has relevance in human relationships, where assumptions can create conflict. Avoiding quick judgment can allow people to understand situations with more clarity.