Quote by Thomas Jefferson

Wisdom I know is social. She seeks her fellows. But Beauty is jealous, and illy bears the presence of a rival.

Wisdom I know is social. She seeks her fellows. But Beauty i

Summary

This quote suggests that wisdom is social in nature and thrives in the company of others. Wisdom seeks out and benefits from interacting with fellow individuals. On the other hand, beauty is depicted as jealous and does not tolerate the presence of a rival. It implies that beauty tends to stand alone and may not coexist well with other sources of beauty. The quote highlights the contrasting characteristics of wisdom and beauty, indicating that one is more inclusive and the other more possessive.

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