Quote by Lord (George Gordon) Byron

Pythagoras, Locke, Socrates -- but pages might be filled up, as vainly as before, with the sad usage of all sorts of sages, who in his life-time, each was deemed a bore! The loftiest minds outrun their tardy ages.

Pythagoras, Locke, Socrates -- but pages might be filled up,

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This quote emphasizes the idea that many great thinkers and philosophers throughout history were often misunderstood or disregarded during their lifetimes. Despite their brilliance, they were seen as boring or unimportant by contemporary society. It suggests that the most brilliant minds often exist ahead of their time, presenting ideas and concepts that society may not be ready to accept or fully appreciate. Thus, these lofty minds, though they outshine their own eras, may only be truly understood and valued by future generations.

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