Fool Quote by Ben Jonson
““Poor wretches! I rather pity their folly and indiscretion, than their loss of time and money; for these may be recovered by industry: but to be a fool born is a disease incurable.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Volpone, 1606
Foolishness is innate and incurable, unlike recoverable losses of time or money
In simple terms: Foolishness is an incurable flaw
Key Takeaway
Seek wisdom over blind folly
Themes
folly
wisdom
human nature
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
dramatic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- financial planning
- education
Key Concepts
philosophy
literature
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits make you feel foolish?
- Can you change innate tendencies?
A Different Perspective
Not all flaws are immutable; learning can help
