Wit is so shining a quality that everybody admires it most people aim at it, all people fear it, and few love it unless in themselves. A man must have a good share of wit himself to endure a great share of it in another.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the value of wit and highlights the mixed reactions it evokes in people. Wit is seen as an admirable quality that most aspire to possess, but simultaneously, it is also feared due to its potential to expose or mock others. The quote suggests that only those who possess wit can truly appreciate and tolerate it in others. It implies that wit requires a certain level of intelligence and understanding to be appreciated, and is often appreciated more when it aligns with one's own sense of humor.