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Logical consequences are the scarecrows of fools and the beacons of wise men
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"Logical consequences are the scarecrows of fools and the beacons of wise men"

- Thomas Huxley

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This quote by Thomas Huxley suggests that logical repercussions can be seen as a warning sign for those who are absurd and a guide for those who are sensible. Huxley indicates that those who are sensible will beware of logical repercussions and utilize them to their advantage, while those who are silly will ignore them and suffer the repercussions. This quote is a tip that wise individuals will put in the time to think about the potential outcomes of their decisions and act accordingly, while foolish individuals will act without idea and suffer the consequences. It is a pointer that smart individuals will take the time to analyze their choices and act accordingly, while absurd people will act without thought and suffer the consequences. By making the effort to think about the potential results of their decisions, sensible people can utilize logical consequences as a beacon to guide them in the right instructions.

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Thomas Huxley This quote is written / told by Thomas Huxley between May 4, 1825 and June 29, 1895. He was a famous Scientist from England. The author also have 64 other quotes.

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