Folly Quote by Khalil Gibran
“The fool sees naught but folly; and the madman only madness. Yesterday I asked a foolish man to count the fools among us. He laughed and said, "This is too hard a thing to do, and it will take too long. Were it not better to count only the wise?"”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Madman, 1918
Fools focus on folly, the madman on madness; counting fools is futile compared to seeking wisdom.
In simple terms: Counting fools is pointless; seek wisdom instead.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize wisdom over counting errors.
Themes
wisdom
folly
madness
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- leadership training
- personal growth
- decision making
Key Concepts
philosophical insight
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true wisdom?
- How can we avoid being fooled?
A Different Perspective
Wisdom is hard to measure, unlike folly.
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