Quote by William Hazlitt

There is no one thoroughly despicable. We cannot descend much lower than an idiot; and an idiot has some advantages over a wise man.

There is no one thoroughly despicable. We cannot descend muc

Summary

This quote suggests that no one can be completely condemned as utterly despicable. It argues that even individuals who may be considered foolish or idiotic possess advantages over those seen as wise. The quote implies that wisdom does not guarantee superiority in all aspects of life, and that there are certain strengths or privileges that accompany a lack of knowledge or intelligence. In essence, it challenges the notion of absolute judgment and implies that value can be found in unexpected places.

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Ignorance & Stupidity

By William Hazlitt

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