Quote by Jonathan Swift

Where I am not understood, it shall be concluded that something very useful and profound is couched underneath.

Where I am not understood, it shall be concluded that someth

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone's ideas or intentions are not easily comprehensible by others, it should be assumed that there is a valuable and deep meaning behind their words or actions. It encourages individuals to look beyond initial misunderstandings and appreciate the potential wisdom or significance hidden within. It emphasizes the importance of delving deeper and giving thoughtful consideration to concepts that may initially be difficult to grasp, as they may hold crucial insights or lessons.

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