Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Any fool can make a rule And any fool will mind it.

Any fool can make a rule And any fool will mind it.

Summary

This quote implies that rules can easily be created and enforced, but blindly following them without thinking or questioning their logic is foolish. It suggests that people who obediently comply with every rule without using their own judgment are not demonstrating intelligence or critical thinking skills. The quote highlights the importance of independently evaluating rules and not succumbing to mindless obedience.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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