Quote by Arthur Schopenhauer

To free a person from error is to give, and not to take away.

To free a person from error is to give, and not to take away

Summary

This quote suggests that correcting someone's mistake or helping them overcome an error is a positive act of giving, rather than taking away from them. It implies that by providing guidance and assistance, one is offering a gift of knowledge and enlightenment to help the person grow and improve. This perspective emphasizes the importance of nurturing others instead of disapprovingly pointing out their faults, emphasizing the positive intention behind correcting someone's errors.

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By Arthur Schopenhauer

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