Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Fear has no brains; it is an idiot. The dismal witness that it bears and the cowardly counsel that it whispers are unrelated.

Fear has no brains; it is an idiot. The dismal witness that

Summary

This quote suggests that fear is irrational and lacks intelligent reasoning. It implies that fear serves as a misleading and unreliable witness because it distorts reality and often overstates potential dangers. The quote also highlights the cowardly nature of fear, suggesting that its advice and guidance are not to be trusted or taken seriously. Overall, the quote emphasizes that fear is a foolish and nonsensical force that can lead one astray if given too much power.

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