Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

If forty million people say a foolish thing it does not become a wise one, but the wise man is foolish to give them the lie.

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Summary

This quote suggests that the number of people holding a belief or saying something does not determine its truth or wisdom. Just because a large group of individuals might hold a foolish belief, it doesn't magically transform it into something wise. The quote also implies that a truly wise person understands this and refrains from imposing their truth upon the masses, as it would be futile and unwise to engage in an argument or try to disprove the collective opinion of many.

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By W. Somerset Maugham

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