Quote by Francis Bacon

Boldness is ever blind, for it sees not dangers and inconveniences whence it is bad in council though good in execution.

Boldness is ever blind, for it sees not dangers and inconven

Summary

This quote implies that being overly bold or brave can sometimes result in a lack of awareness or understanding of potential risks or obstacles. While boldness may be advantageous in taking action, it can be detrimental in making wise decisions or providing sound advice. Essentially, the quote suggests that boldness is beneficial when it comes to carrying out tasks, but it often disregards the potential negative consequences that may arise from not calculating those risks beforehand.

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By Francis Bacon

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