Silence is an ornament for women.
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How terrible is wisdom, when it brings no profit to the man that's wise
Interpretation
What this quote means
Wisdom is of little value if it does not lead to tangible benefits for the wise person.
This quote by Sophocles highlights the irony of possessing wisdom that does not result in any advantage or profit in one's life. It suggests that knowledge alone is insufficient without practical application, and that true wisdom should ideally lead to better decision-making and improve one's circumstances.
Themes
WisdomProfitKnowledgeValueIronies
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the value of education, this quote serves to illustrate the importance of applying knowledge practically.
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