Quote by Elbert Hubbard

Every man is a d--n fool for at least five minutes every day; wisdom consists in not exceeding the limit.

Every man is a d--n fool for at least five minutes every day

Summary

This quote suggests that every person has moments of being foolish, but wisdom lies in being aware of and limiting the duration of these moments. It implies that no one is exempt from making mistakes or exhibiting foolish behavior, but being wise means recognizing and preventing oneself from surpassing a certain threshold. Ultimately, it highlights the importance of self-awareness and self-control in order to minimize foolishness and maximize wisdom.

By Elbert Hubbard

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