Wisdom quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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It is great folly to wish to be wise all alone
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"It is great folly to wish to be wise all alone"

- Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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This quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld speaks with the significance of collaboration and the risks of attempting to go it alone. It recommends that it is absurd to believe that one person can be wise without the help of others. This is since knowledge is often gained through the exchange of ideas and viewpoints, and it is difficult to get this sort of insight without the input of others. Additionally, it is necessary to acknowledge that no one person has all the answers, and that it is often through the cumulative wisdom of a group that the best solutions are found. Therefore, it is necessary to recognize the worth of cooperation and to look for the advice and opinions of others in order to acquire a more extensive understanding of any offered circumstance.

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Francois de La Rochefoucauld This quote is written / told by Francois de La Rochefoucauld between September 15, 1613 and March 17, 1680. He was a famous Writer from France, the quote is categorized under the topic Wisdom. The author also have 172 other quotes.

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