Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

Chance corrects us of many faults that reason would not know how to correct.

Chance corrects us of many faults that reason would not know

Summary

This quote suggests that chance, or unexpected events, has the power to point out and rectify our faults in a way that rational thinking cannot. It implies that while reason may fail to recognize certain flaws or mistakes, chance occurrences bring them to light and offer opportunities for improvement. In other words, chance acts as a teacher and helps us learn from our errors in ways that logical thinking alone cannot accomplish.

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By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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