I once heard a learned man say, "Every evil has its…
“I once heard a learned man say, "Every evil has its remedy, except folly. To reprimand an obstinate fool or to preach to a dolt is like writing upon the water. Christ healed the blind, the halt, the palsied, and the leprous. But the fool He could not cure."”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Foolishness cannot be fixed by advice; trying to change a stubborn mind is futile.
In simple terms: You can’t fix a fool with counsel.
Key Takeaway
Accept limits of persuasion.
Themes
wisdom
patience
limitations
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- teaching
- debates
- conflict resolution
- parenting
Key Concepts
folly
communication
ineffectiveness
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to let go of trying to convince?
- How do you handle stubbornness in others?
A Different Perspective
Some may resist change despite best intentions.