Quote by Samuel Johnson
Every reader should remember the diffidence of Socrates, and repair by his candour the injuries of time: he should impute the seeming defects of his author to some chasm of intelligence, and suppose that the sense which is now weak was once forcible
Summary
This quote emphasizes the importance of approaching works of literature with humility and understanding. It suggests that readers should be aware of their own limitations in fully comprehending an author's intent and should instead attribute any perceived flaws or lack of clarity to their own cognitive limitations. By acknowledging the possibility that the author may have been more eloquent or articulate in the past, readers can overcome these apparent deficiencies and interpret the text with a fair and open mind.
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