Quote by Samuel Johnson

He is no wise man that will quit a certainty for an uncertainty

He is no wise man that will quit a certainty for an uncertai

Summary

This quote suggests that a wise person would not give up something certain for something uncertain. It emphasizes the importance of thinking rationally before making decisions, as uncertainty may carry risks and unaccounted consequences. A wise individual considers the known and reliable options rather than risking it all for an uncertain outcome. It implies that making cautious choices based on reasonable judgment is a characteristic of wisdom.

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