Quote by Thomas B. Macaulay

Few of the many wise apothegms which have been uttered have prevented a single foolish action.

Few of the many wise apothegms which have been uttered have

Summary

This quote represents the idea that wise sayings or aphorisms may hold a lot of wisdom and truth, but they often fail to actually prevent people from making foolish choices or taking wrong actions. It implies that despite the abundance of insightful advice and clever phrases, humans are more prone to learning through their own mistakes and experiences rather than heeding the wisdom shared by others. Ultimately, actions speak louder than words, and the quote highlights the limited impact of wise sayings in shaping human behavior.

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Wisdom

By Thomas B. Macaulay

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