Quote by Samuel Johnson

No man was more foolish when he had not a pen in his hand, or more wise when he had.

No man was more foolish when he had not a pen in his hand, o

Summary

This quote suggests that the act of writing has the power to transform a person's level of wisdom. When a person does not have a pen in hand, they are prone to behaving foolishly, indicating that writing serves as a conduit for thoughtfulness and rationality. Conversely, when a person does have a pen in hand, they are depicted as being wiser, implying that the act of writing brings clarity and intellectual depth. Overall, the quote highlights the integral role of writing in enhancing one's intelligence and insight.

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