Quote by George Santayana

Almost every wise saying has an opposite one, no less wise, to balance it.

Almost every wise saying has an opposite one, no less wise,

Summary

This quote suggests that for every wise saying or piece of advice, there exists another saying that is equally wise but offers a different perspective or balance. It implies that wisdom can be found in considering different viewpoints and not solely relying on a single perspective. This encourages open-mindedness, critical thinking, and the understanding that there are often multiple valid approaches or interpretations to a situation.

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By George Santayana

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