Quote by Francis Bacon

There is a difference between happiness and wisdom: he that thinks himself the happiest man is really so but he that thinks himself the wisest is generally the greatest fool.


There is a difference between happiness and wisdom: he that

Summary

This quote suggests that happiness and wisdom are distinct qualities. The person who truly believes they are the happiest in the world is indeed happy. However, the person who believes they are the wisest often turns out to be foolish. The quote highlights the danger of overestimating one's own intelligence and thinking that wisdom is attained. It implies that true wisdom lies in recognizing that there is always more to learn and that arrogance can be the downfall of intellect.

By Francis Bacon
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