Quote by Henry Fielding
There is nothing a man of good sense dreads in a wife so much as her having more sense than himself.
Summary
This quote suggests that a man with intelligence and wisdom fears the idea of being married to a woman who possesses even greater intelligence and wisdom than him. It implies that a man may prefer a partner who is less intelligent or knowledgeable than he is to maintain a perceived societal dominance or to protect his own ego. The quote highlights the potentially ego-driven insecurities that some individuals may have within relationships.
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Common Sense
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