Quote by Michel de Montaigne

I prefer the company of peasants because they have not been educated sufficiently to reason incorrectly.

I prefer the company of peasants because they have not been

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Michel de Montaigne, expresses a preference for the company of peasants over educated individuals. The quote suggests that peasants, due to their lack of formal education, are less likely to engage in flawed reasoning. It implies that education can sometimes lead to incorrect reasoning or complicated thinking, while the simplicity and straightforwardness of peasants' perspectives can be refreshing. The quote may highlight the value in unpretentiousness and the potential dangers of overthinking or intellectualization.

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By Michel de Montaigne

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