Quote by Samuel Johnson

Except during the nine months before he draws his first breath, no man manages his affairs as well as a tree. We are inclined to believe those whom we do not know because they have never deceived us.

Except during the nine months before he draws his first brea

Summary

This quote highlights the comparison between the behavior of a tree and that of a person in managing their affairs. The line suggests that a tree is the epitome of perfect management, as it follows its natural course of growth without any manipulation or deception. In contrast, humans may deceive or be deceived by others, which leads to a sense of intrinsic trust towards unknown individuals, as they haven't yet had the opportunity to deceive us. The quote implies that trees symbolize integrity and transparency, contrasting them to human behavior that can sometimes be clouded by deception.

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By Samuel Johnson

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