Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte

One should never forbid what one lacks the power to prevent.

One should never forbid what one lacks the power to prevent.

Summary

This quote suggests that it is futile to prohibit or prohibit others from doing something if one does not possess the authority or ability to stop them. It advises against attempting to control or constrain actions that are beyond one's control, as it would ultimately be ineffective and a waste of energy. Instead, the quote implies the importance of focusing on what can be influenced or changed, rather than wasting time on futile endeavors.

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By Napoleon Bonaparte

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