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Nothing would more contribute to make a man wise than to have always an enemy in his view
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"Nothing would more contribute to make a man wise than to have always an enemy in his view"

- George Savile

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This quote by George Savile recommends that having an enemy in view can be advantageous to an individual's knowledge. Having an opponent in view can assist a person to be more familiar with their environments and to be more mindful of their actions. It can likewise assist a person to be more aware of the consequences of their actions and to think more thoroughly prior to making decisions. Having an opponent in view can also assist an individual to be more familiar with the inspirations of others and to be more aware of prospective dangers. This can assist a person to be more ready for any potential conflicts and to be more tactical in their approach to any scenario. Ultimately, having an opponent in view can assist an individual to be more sensible and to make better decisions.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by George Savile between July 18, 1726 and January 10, 1784. He/she was a famous Politician from England. The author also have 27 other quotes.

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