Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

The desire to seem clever often keeps us from being so.

The desire to seem clever often keeps us from being so.

Summary

This quote suggests that the desire to appear intelligent or clever can actually hinder our ability to truly be intelligent or clever. When our primary focus is on impressing others with our intelligence, we may lose sight of authentic knowledge and understanding. Instead of genuinely acquiring knowledge, we may end up seeking to appear knowledgeable, which can lead to superficial or shallow understanding. In essence, the quote reminds us that true intelligence comes from genuine curiosity and a willingness to learn, rather than trying to impress or prove oneself to others.

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Intelligence

By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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