Quote by Samuel Johnson

That observation which is called knowledge of the world will be found much more frequently to make men cunning than good.


That observation which is called knowledge of the world will

Summary

This quote suggests that having knowledge about how the world works might often lead people to be more deceitful or cunning rather than genuinely good. It implies that understanding the ways of the world can enable individuals to manipulate situations for their own benefit rather than using their knowledge to do morally right actions. The quote serves as a cautionary reminder that knowledge alone does not ensure goodness, and we must be cautious of how we use the knowledge we acquire.

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World
By Samuel Johnson
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