Quote by Jerome K. Jerome

It is so pleasant to come across people more stupid than ourselves. We love them at once for being so.

It is so pleasant to come across people more stupid than our

Summary

This quote by French author and playwright Suzanne Necker captures the human tendency to find comfort or enjoyment in encountering individuals who are perceived as less intelligent than oneself. It suggests that encountering individuals who are less intelligent can boost one's self-esteem or ego, as it provides a sense of superiority. Despite acknowledging their lack of intelligence, the quote implies a fondness or affection for such individuals due to their simplicity.

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Ignorance & Stupidity

By Jerome K. Jerome

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