Quote by Thomas Henry Huxley

Logical consequences are the scarecrows of fools and the beacons of wise men.

Logical consequences are the scarecrows of fools and the bea

Summary

This quote suggests that the concept of logical consequences can have different effects on individuals based on their level of wisdom. For fools, logical consequences serve as scarecrows, implying that they may be frightened or deterred by the potential repercussions of their actions. On the other hand, wise individuals view logical consequences as beacons, guiding their behavior and choices through a logical and rational understanding of cause and effect. This quote highlights the contrasting ways in which people perceive and respond to the idea of facing consequences for their actions.

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