Quote by W. S. Gilbert

It isn't so much what's on the table that matters, as what's on the chairs.

It isn't so much what's on the table that matters, as what's

Summary

This quote implies that the significance or value of a situation or event does not solely depend on the tangible things present, but rather on the people involved. It suggests that the individuals sitting in the chairs hold more importance than what is physically present on the table. In other words, the quote emphasizes the role of the people, their ideas, perspectives, and actions, and highlights that they have the ability to shape the outcome or impact of any situation.

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