Summary
This quote suggests that only someone who is innately virtuous and good can intentionally do something foolish or unintelligent. It implies that a person who typically exhibits good judgment and moral character might sometimes make irrational choices or engage in actions that seem illogical to others. The quote captures the irony of how even the most well-intentioned individuals can occasionally act in ways that go against their typically rational nature.
Topics
Women
By Oscar Wilde