Quote by Alexander Pope

Fools admire, but men of sense approve.

Fools admire, but men of sense approve.

Summary

This quote suggests that intelligent individuals, often called "men of sense," possess the ability to critically evaluate and judge things based on reason and logic. While fools may have a tendency to simply admire or like something without much thought, those with sound judgment can distinguish between genuine merit and superficial appeal. They go beyond fleeting admiration and actively approve or support things that align with their discerning criteria. This implies that the approval of wise individuals has more value and weight than the admiration of those lacking discernment.

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Admiration

By Alexander Pope

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