In the kingdom of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.

Summary

This quote means that even with a small advantage or ability, one can be seen as superior in a situation where others lack similar skills. In a context where everyone is ignorant or inexperienced, even a person with minimal knowledge or understanding stands out and appears to be superior. It highlights how relative competence and success can be, and how one's abilities can shine in a situation where they have an advantage over others.

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