Fool Quote by George Herbert
“If the wise erred not, it would goe hard with fooles. [If the wise erred not, it would go hard with fools.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Wise and the Fool”, 1633
If wise people avoid mistakes, fools will suffer harder, emphasizing the protective value of wisdom.
In simple terms: Wisdom shields from harsher folly.
Seek wisdom to avoid unnecessary hardship.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- decision making
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What lessons can you learn from past mistakes?
- How does wisdom influence your choices?
Wisdom alone may not prevent all errors.