The why is plain as way to parish church: He that a fool…
“The why is plain as way to parish church: He that a fool doth very wisely hit Doth very foolishly, although he smart, Not to seem senseless of the bob; if not, The wise man's folly is anatomiz'd Even by the squand'ring glances of the fool.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker mocks the foolishness of pretending wisdom while actually being foolish, highlighting the irony of self‑deception.
In simple terms: Pretending wisdom reveals true folly.
Key Takeaway
Beware of false confidence.
Themes
irony
folly
self‑deception
wisdom
Mood
wry
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal reflection
- public speaking
- leadership
Key Concepts
literature
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you distinguish true wisdom from pretension?
- When does humility become self‑criticism?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex intellect.