Wisdom quote by George Santayana

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Almost every wise saying has an opposite one, no less wise, to balance it
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"Almost every wise saying has an opposite one, no less wise, to balance it"

- George Santayana

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This quote by George Santayana speaks to the idea of balance and viewpoint. He suggests that for every smart saying, there is an equally wise saying that functions as its opposite. This indicates that knowledge is not absolute, however rather relative and contextual. It is very important to think about both sides of an argument and to be open up to various viewpoints. This quote motivates us to think critically and to be knowledgeable about our own biases. It also recommends that knowledge is not a repaired principle, but rather something that can be interpreted differently depending on the situation. Ultimately, Santayana's quote motivates us to be unbiased and to consider all sides of an argument before making a decision. By doing so, we can get a more well balanced and informed viewpoint.

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George Santayana This quote is written / told by George Santayana between December 16, 1863 and September 26, 1952. She was a famous Philosopher from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Wisdom. The author also have 88 other quotes.

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