Quote by William Shakespeare

Wishers were ever fools

Wishers were ever fools

Summary

This quote suggests that people who merely wish for things without taking actions or making efforts are often foolish. It highlights the idea that simply hoping or wanting something to happen does not lead to any substantial or realistic outcome. Instead, it implies that true success and fulfillment come from actively pursuing goals and working hard towards achieving them. Wishers, who only dream and have no concrete plans or actions, are deemed as foolish because they fail to recognize the importance of action and effort in achieving their aspirations.

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By William Shakespeare

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