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If the wise erred not, it would goe hard with fooles. [If…

“If the wise erred not, it would goe hard with fooles. [If the wise erred not, it would go hard with fools.]” quote by George Herbert
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“If the wise erred not, it would goe hard with fooles. [If the wise erred not, it would go hard with fools.]”

George Herbert

About This Quote

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

If wise people avoid mistakes, fools will suffer harder, emphasizing the protective value of wisdom.

In simple terms: Wisdom shields from harsher folly.

Key Takeaway

Seek wisdom to avoid unnecessary hardship.

Themes

wisdom folly consequence learning morality

Mood

reflective educational

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • decision making
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

ethics human behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lessons can you learn from past mistakes?
  • How does wisdom influence your choices?
A Different Perspective

Wisdom alone may not prevent all errors.

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