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Dve smetnje, uglavnom, ne dopuštaju čoveku da dođe do…

“Dve smetnje, uglavnom, ne dopuštaju čoveku da dođe do saznanja: stid kojim se zaslepljuje duh i strah koji u svemu vidi opasnost i obeshrabruje čoveka u njegovoj delatnosti. Ludost sjajno oslobađa svih tih teškoća. Mali broj ljudi zna koliko koristi i ugodnosti donosi preimućstvo da te nikad…” quote by Erazmo Roterdamski
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““Dve smetnje, uglavnom, ne dopuštaju čoveku da dođe do saznanja: stid kojim se zaslepljuje duh i strah koji u svemu vidi opasnost i obeshrabruje čoveka u njegovoj delatnosti. Ludost sjajno oslobađa svih tih teškoća. Mali broj ljudi zna koliko koristi i ugodnosti donosi preimućstvo da te nikad ničega nije stid i da te nikad nije strah!””

Erazmo Roterdamski

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Excessive self‑consciousness and fear hinder knowledge; embracing foolishness frees the mind and work.

In simple terms: Shame and fear block insight; daring foolishness removes those blocks.

Key Takeaway

Accept bold foolishness to overcome self‑doubt.

Themes

self‑consciousness fear foolishness creativity knowledge

Mood

reflective encouraging

Type

general philosophical

When to use this quote

  • artistic creation
  • scientific research
  • personal decision‑making
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy risk‑taking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fear holds you back from learning?
  • How could playful daring improve your work?
A Different Perspective

Foolishness can lead to reckless errors if unchecked.

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