Quote by Robert Burton

A mere scholar, a mere ass.

A mere scholar, a mere ass.

Summary

This quote suggests that a person who has knowledge or expertise in a specific area but lacks wisdom or common sense is comparable to a donkey. It highlights that simply being well-educated or a scholar does not guarantee a person's intellectual or emotional intelligence. It emphasizes the importance of combining knowledge with practical understanding and insight, indicating that intelligence alone does not make someone truly wise or competent.

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By Robert Burton

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