Quote by Paul Ambroise Valery

A man is infinitely more complicated than his thoughts.

A man is infinitely more complicated than his thoughts.

Summary

This quote suggests that a person's complexity goes beyond their thoughts alone. While thoughts play a part in understanding someone's character, it implies that they are just one aspect of a person's overall complexity. It implies that there are other factors such as emotions, experiences, and underlying motivations that contribute to understanding an individual fully. Thus, this quote highlights the depth and intricacy of human nature, emphasizing that truly comprehending someone requires going beyond surface-level analysis of their thoughts.

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