Quote by Martin Farquhar Tupper

Error is a hardy plant; it flourisheth in every soil; In the heart of the wise and good, alike with the wicked and foolish; For there is no error so crooked, but it hath in it some lines of truth; Nor is any poison so deadly, that it serveth not some wholesome use.


Error is a hardy plant; it flourisheth in every soil; In the

Summary

This quote highlights the universal existence of error and its prevalence in various situations and individuals. It suggests that error can be found in the hearts and actions of both the wise and the foolish, indicating that no one is immune to making mistakes. Furthermore, the quote implies that even within error, there can be elements of truth, suggesting that errors may contain valuable lessons. Additionally, it emphasizes that even things considered harmful or poisonous may have some beneficial aspects or purposes.

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Truth
By Martin Farquhar Tupper
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