The worst of guardians is a cruel ruler. Beware of becoming one of them.
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More harm is done by fools through foolishness than is done by evil-doers through wickedness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Foolish actions can cause more damage than deliberate wrongdoing.
This quote highlights the idea that sometimes carelessness and ignorance can lead to greater harm than intentional malice. It suggests that foolishness, stemming from a lack of understanding or thoughtfulness, can have widespread negative consequences, often surpassing the damage caused by those who act with malevolent intent. It urges individuals to be mindful and consider the impact of their actions.
Themes
FoolishnessHarmWisdomConsequencesIgnorance
In practice
Example use cases
During a debate about the importance of education, one might use this quote to emphasize the danger of ignorance.
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