Wisdom Quote by Flann O'Brien

“There are five [rules of wisdom] in all. Always ask any questions that are to be asked and never answer any. Turn everything you hear to your own advantage. Always carry a repair outfit. Take left turns as much as possible. Never apply your front brake first.” quote by Flann O'Brien — Download Open image

““There are five [rules of wisdom] in all. Always ask any questions that are to be asked and never answer any. Turn everything you hear to your own advantage. Always carry a repair outfit. Take left turns as much as possible. Never apply your front brake first.””

Flann O'Brien

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