Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

Any man can make mistakes, but only an idiot persists in his error.

Any man can make mistakes, but only an idiot persists in his

Summary

This quote emphasizes the distinction between making mistakes, which is natural and expected, and persisting in those mistakes despite knowing better. It suggests that intelligence lies in recognizing and learning from one's errors. While anyone is prone to occasional missteps, the true measure of a foolish person is their inability or unwillingness to correct their wrongdoings. To grow and evolve, it is vital to acknowledge and rectify mistakes rather than stubbornly clinging to them.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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