Quote by Oscar Wilde

Thin-lipped wisdom spoke at her from the worn chair, hinted at prudence, quoted from that book of cowardice whose author apes the name of common sense.

Thin-lipped wisdom spoke at her from the worn chair, hinted

Summary

This quote criticizes conventional wisdom and suggests that such wisdom is limited in its insight. The reference to a "worn chair" implies the familiarity and stagnation of this wisdom. The phrase "thin-lipped wisdom" implies a lack of depth, while the mention of prudence suggests a tendency towards caution and inaction. Additionally, the quote implies that common sense can be misused or exploited by authors who present themselves as champions of practicality, but may instead promote cowardly behavior. Overall, the quote dismisses the value of conventional wisdom and encourages seeking knowledge beyond what is considered "common sense."

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By Oscar Wilde

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