Quote by Benjamin Franklin

The people heard it, and approved the doctrine, and immediately practiced the contrary.

The people heard it, and approved the doctrine, and immediat

Summary

This quote implies that although people may agree with a certain belief or idea, their actions sometimes contradict their beliefs. It suggests that there is a discrepancy between what people claim to believe or support and how they actually behave. This quote alludes to the tendency of individuals to proclaim one thing, but act in a completely different way, portraying a sense of hypocrisy or inconsistency in human behavior.

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Satire Practice Paradox Contradiction Rules Absurdity Theory Doctrines

By Benjamin Franklin

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