Quote by George Farquhar

When the blind lead the blind, no wonder they both fall into -- matrimony.

When the blind lead the blind, no wonder they both fall into

Summary

This quote is a humorous play on the phrase "when the blind lead the blind," which means when inexperienced or uninformed people lead others who are equally inexperienced or uninformed. However, in this context, the quote suggests that when two blind individuals lead each other, they will end up falling into matrimony, poking fun at the idea that getting married without clear insight or understanding can lead to difficult or compromising situations. It emphasizes the importance of being informed and aware when making important life decisions.

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Marriage

By George Farquhar

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