Quote by English Proverb

Who is so deaf or so blind as he that willfully will neither hear nor see?

Who is so deaf or so blind as he that willfully will neither

Summary

This quote suggests that there are people who intentionally choose to ignore or remain oblivious to what is happening around them. These individuals are so determined not to acknowledge or understand certain truths or perspectives that they become figuratively deaf and blind. It highlights the willful ignorance that some people possess, emphasizing that it is impossible to engage with the world if one refuses to listen or observe.

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Stubbornness

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