Quote by Plautus

Not by age but by capacity is wisdom acquired.

Not by age but by capacity is wisdom acquired.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that wisdom is not solely determined by one's age. Instead, it suggests that wisdom is acquired through the development of one's abilities and capacities. It suggests that true wisdom comes from experience, knowledge, and the ability to analyze and understand situations. In other words, it implies that wisdom is earned through intellectual growth and maturity rather than simply the passage of time.

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By Plautus

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