Quote by Honore de Balzac

Nature makes only dumb animals. We owe the fools to society.

Nature makes only dumb animals. We owe the fools to society.

Summary

This quote, attributed to French writer and philosopher Honore de Balzac, suggests that nature itself only creates instinctual creatures with no intellectual capacity. However, the existence of foolish individuals can be attributed to society and its influence on shaping individuals' intelligence and behavior. It implies that society plays a role in creating these "fools" through its various influences, such as education, cultural norms, and social constructions. It highlights how societal factors can have a profound impact on human development and the expression of wisdom or foolishness.

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By Honore de Balzac

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