Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

No men are oftener wrong than those that can least bear to be so.

No men are oftener wrong than those that can least bear to b

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who are least able to tolerate being wrong tend to be more frequently incorrect in their opinions or judgments. The underlying implication is that being unable to accept one's mistakes or misguided beliefs hinders the ability to learn from them. Those who are more open to admitting their errors are more likely to grow intellectually and make fewer mistakes in the future. Therefore, the quote implies that being humble and accepting one's fallibility is key to personal growth and gaining knowledge.

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