Quote by Joseph Joubert

There is always some frivolity in excellent minds; they have wings to rise, but also stray.

There is always some frivolity in excellent minds; they have

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This quote suggests that even the most brilliant and intelligent individuals have a tendency to engage in trivial or lighthearted activities. Despite possessing the ability to soar to great heights with their intellectual capacities, they also have a tendency to wander away from serious matters. It implies that there is a duality within exceptional minds, allowing them the potential for both profound thoughts and trivial pursuits.

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