Quote by J. K. Rowling

Never trust anything that can think for itself if you can't see where it keeps its brain.

Never trust anything that can think for itself if you can't

Summary

This quote seems to caution against blindly relying on something or someone that possesses intellectual autonomy without understanding the source of its intelligence. It suggests that without visibility into the inner workings or decision-making processes of such entities, it may be unwise to place complete trust in them. The quote prompts individuals to exercise discernment and avoid unwarranted trust in situations where transparency is lacking.

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Trust

By J. K. Rowling

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