Quote by John Gay

Fools may our scorn, not envy, raise. For envy is a kind of praise.

Fools may our scorn, not envy, raise. For envy is a kind of

Summary

This quote suggests that instead of envying or feeling jealous of foolish individuals, we should instead ridicule them due to their ignorance or lack of wisdom. It implies that envy should be reserved for those who are admirable or praiseworthy, as it signifies their accomplishment or superiority. In this sense, the quote encourages us to distinguish between commendable traits that deserve envy and foolishness that deserves scorn.

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Envy / Jealousy

By John Gay

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