Quote by William Hazlitt

Men are in numberless instances qualified for certain things, for no other reason than because they are qualified for nothing else.

Men are in numberless instances qualified for certain things

Summary

This quote suggests that sometimes individuals are deemed suitable for particular tasks or roles not because they possess a specific skill or talent, but rather because they lack proficiency or competence in any other areas. It implies that people may be assigned or chosen for positions of limited capabilities simply due to a lack of alternative options. This quote reveals the arbitrary nature of some qualifications, highlighting the possible lack of merit or genuine expertise in certain situations.

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Ability

By William Hazlitt

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