Quote by Jonathan Swift

No wise man ever wished to be younger.

No wise man ever wished to be younger.

Summary

This quote suggests that the pursuit of youth is often misguided. A wise individual understands the value of acquiring knowledge and experience as one grows older, rather than yearning for one's youth. It emphasizes that wisdom and maturity come with age and cannot be replaced or replicated by youth. Hence, a wise person does not long to go back in time but instead embraces the opportunities that come with age.

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