Quote by Samuel Johnson

But, perhaps, the excellence of aphorisms consists not so much in the expression of some rare or abstruse sentiment, as in the comprehension of some obvious and useful truth in few words.

But, perhaps, the excellence of aphorisms consists not so mu

Summary

This quote suggests that the true value of aphorisms lies not in their ability to convey complicated or profound ideas, but in their power to encapsulate simple yet valuable truths in a concise manner. Rather than aiming to impress with complex sentiments, aphorisms are most effective when they offer straightforward and practical wisdom. The beauty of an aphorism lies in its ability to communicate insightful nuggets of truth using only a few carefully chosen words.

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By Samuel Johnson

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