Quote by Lord (George Gordon) Byron

A man must serve his time to every trade save censure -- critics all are ready made.

A man must serve his time to every trade save censure -- cri

Summary

This quote means that a person must have practical experience in various professions except for criticism, as everyone seems to be naturally capable of criticizing without any training or expertise. It highlights the common tendency for individuals to readily offer their opinions and judgement on various matters without first understanding or developing proper knowledge or skills in that area. It suggests that being critical seems to come effortlessly to people, while becoming proficient in other fields requires time and effort.

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By Lord (George Gordon) Byron

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