Quote by Leonardo da Vinci

Men of lofty genius when they are doing the least work are most active.

Men of lofty genius when they are doing the least work are m

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This quote suggests that individuals with exceptional intelligence or brilliance often appear to be highly engaged even when they seem to be doing very little. It implies that even in moments of apparent inactivity, their minds are constantly processing information, generating ideas, and contemplating various concepts. This highlights the idea that true geniuses are seldom idle, as their mental activity is consistently at work, creating and processing thoughts.

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