Quote by Victor Hugo

Common sense is in spite of, not the result of, education.

Common sense is in spite of, not the result of, education.

Summary

This quote suggests that common sense is not a product of one's education, but rather it exists independent of it. It implies that individuals possess a certain practical understanding and wisdom that is not necessarily obtained through formal education, but rather developed through experiences, intuition, and innate intelligence. In other words, common sense is innate and can often prevail even in the absence of formal education.

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