Quote by Charles Caleb Colton

There is this difference between happiness and wisdom, that he that thinks himself the happiest man, really is so; but he who thinks himself the wisest, is generally the greatest fool.

There is this difference between happiness and wisdom, that

Summary

This quote suggests that happiness and wisdom have distinct qualities. One who believes they are the happiest person genuinely experiences happiness, while the person who considers themselves the wisest often fools themselves and lacks true wisdom. It implies that those who boast about their wisdom often demonstrate their foolishness, highlighting the importance of humility and self-awareness in understanding true wisdom.

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By Charles Caleb Colton

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