Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

It's the height of folly to want to be the only wise one.

It's the height of folly to want to be the only wise one.

Summary

This quote suggests that it is foolish and unreasonable to desire to be the sole individual who possesses wisdom. In other words, believing one is the only wise person is an imprudent notion. It hints at the importance of recognizing and appreciating the wisdom in others, emphasizing the notion that wisdom is not exclusive to one individual but can be found in many different people. This quote encourages humility and an open-mindedness to learn from others, rather than isolating oneself in the pursuit of being the sole possessor of wisdom.

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