Quote by Henry David Thoreau

I have heard of a dog that barked at every stranger who approached his master's premises with clothes on, but was easily quieted by a naked thief

I have heard of a dog that barked at every stranger who appr

Summary

This quote illustrates the folly of appearances and how we often judge people based on external factors. The dog mentioned is quick to react to anyone dressed differently, assuming them to be a threat. However, when faced with a naked thief who is the actual danger, the dog does nothing. This serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving, and it's important to look beyond superficial attributes to truly understand a situation or person.

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