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"Wise men argue causes; fools decide them"

- Anacharsis

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This quote by Anacharsis speaks with the importance of thoughtful factor to consider and argument when making decisions. Wise men, or those who are sensible, understand that there are often multiple sides to a concern which it is essential to consider all of them before making a decision. They understand that it is important to make the effort to talk about and discuss the various causes of a scenario before coming to a conclusion. Fools, on the other hand, are more likely to make choices without considering the various causes or without making the effort to discuss and discuss them. This quote is a pointer that sensible guys take the time to think about all sides of a problem prior to deciding, while fools are most likely to make decisions without thinking about the different causes.

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This quote is written / told by Anacharsis. He/she was a famous Philosopher from Scythian. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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