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Incapable Quotes

Naming a limit plainly, whether personal, musical, or institutional.

These incapable quotes range from a personal admission of never appreciating music to pointed claims that certain institutions are structurally unable to meet their own stated goals. The common thread is stating a limit without excuse-making. For related takes on falling short, see Anything quotes.

I am incapable of conceiving infinity, and yet I do not accept finity.

Quotes by Simone de Beauvoir

I was born, for instance, incapable of appreciating music.

Quotes by Maria Mitchell

Collective states are constitutionally incapable of reliably producing anything but corpses.

Quotes by L. Neil Smith

The Federal Reserve is incapable of accomplishing its stated objectives.

Quotes by G. Edward Griffin

Accept Quotes

I'm plain incapable of getting angry with Angela Merkel and likewise.

Quotes by Donald Tusk

The U.S. and Britain are incapable of controlling all of Iraq.

Quotes by Bashar al-Assad

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of limits do these incapable quotes describe?
Both personal and institutional. One admits never being able to appreciate music, while others critique entire systems for failing their stated purpose.
Is there a quote about the Federal Reserve?
Yes, one claims it's incapable of accomplishing its own stated objectives, using the word as direct institutional criticism.
Does any quote deal with philosophical limits?
Yes, one reflects on being incapable of conceiving infinity while still refusing to accept finity, holding both ideas at once.
Are collective institutions criticized here too?
Yes, one line argues collective states are constitutionally incapable of producing anything reliable except corpses, a harsh but pointed political claim.
Where can I find quotes about getting things done despite limits?
See Accomplishing quotes for the flip side of this theme.

For the flip side of naming limits, browse Accept quotes, and for lines on getting things done despite them, see Accomplishing quotes.