Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Although men flatter themselves with their great actions, they are not so often the result of a great design as of chance.

Although men flatter themselves with their great actions, th

Summary

This quote suggests that the perception of men's accomplishments being driven by great intentions or well-thought-out plans is often illusionary. Instead, the quote argues that these actions are more likely to be the outcome of happenstance or random circumstances rather than meticulous strategizing. In other words, it challenges the notion that everything significant is a product of deliberate planning and highlights the unpredictable nature of life.

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By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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