Quote by Henry David Thoreau

A man is wise with the wisdom of his time only, and ignorant with its ignorance. Observe how the greatest minds yield in some degree to the superstitions of their age.

A man is wise with the wisdom of his time only, and ignorant

Summary

This quote suggests that an individual's wisdom is limited to the knowledge and beliefs prevalent in their era. Even the most brilliant minds are not immune to the superstitions and lack of understanding that exist within their society. It highlights the idea that knowledge is relative and subject to the prevailing cultural norms and biases of a particular time period. Consequently, people should be cautious about assuming that the wisdom of a person from the past completely transcends the limitations and ignorance of their time.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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