Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

It seems to never occur to fools that merit and good fortune are closely united.

It seems to never occur to fools that merit and good fortune

Summary

This quote suggests that fools fail to recognize the strong connection between personal merit and good fortune. It implies that these individuals overlook the idea that one's abilities, hard work, and positive traits often lead to favorable outcomes. Fools may attribute success solely to luck or external factors, disregarding the role of their qualifications and efforts. Thus, the quote highlights the tendency for some people to overlook the correlation between personal merit and the opportunities or fortunate circumstances they encounter.

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By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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