Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Though men are apt to flatter and exalt themselves with their great achievements, yet these are, in truth, very often owing not so much to design as chance.

Though men are apt to flatter and exalt themselves with thei

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This quote suggests that while people often boast about their accomplishments, these successes are often not intentional or planned out, but rather the result of luck or chance. It underscores the idea that individuals may overstate their own abilities and level of control over their achievements, highlighting the role of external factors beyond their comprehension or influence.

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By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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