Wisdom quote by James Huneker

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He dares to be a fool, and that is the first step in the direction of wisdom
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"He dares to be a fool, and that is the first step in the direction of wisdom"

- James Huneker

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This quote by James Huneker speaks with the idea that in order to gain wisdom, one should initially be willing to take threats and be open to learning. By bold to be a fool, one is taking an action towards gaining understanding and understanding. This is because by being open to new ideas and experiences, one can learn from their mistakes and gain insight into the world around them. It is just through taking risks and being willing to make mistakes that one can get knowledge. This quote encourages us to be brave and take dangers in order to gain knowledge and understanding. It is only through taking dangers and being open to learning that a person can gain wisdom.

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James Huneker This quote is written / told by James Huneker between January 31, 1857 and February 9, 1921. He was a famous Writer from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Wisdom. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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