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“When I meet with any persons who write obscurely or converse confusedly, I am apt to suspect two things; first, that such persons do not understand themselves; and secondly, that they are not worthy of being understood by others.” quote by Charles Caleb Colton
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“When I meet with any persons who write obscurely or converse confusedly, I am apt to suspect two things; first, that such persons do not understand themselves; and secondly, that they are not worthy of being understood by others.”

Charles Caleb Colton

About This Quote

Source Essay: “On Obscure Writing”, 1820

Obscure writers often lack self‑knowledge and are undeserving of others’ understanding

In simple terms: Obscure writing signals self‑ignorance and unworthiness

Key Takeaway

Seek clarity and self‑understanding before communicating

Themes

communication self‑knowledge literature

Mood

analytical critical

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • academic writing
  • public speaking
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you improve self‑awareness?
  • What steps help make ideas clearer?
A Different Perspective

Clear expression can be learned with effort

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