Folly Quote by La Rochefoucauld
““He who lives without folly is not as wise as he may think.””
About This Quote
Source Maxim: Reflexions, 1667
Accepting some folly is part of wisdom; total seriousness limits insight.
In simple terms: Wisdom includes some foolishness.
Allow room for mistakes to learn.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- decision making
- creative work
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is folly beneficial?
- How can you balance seriousness with playfulness?
Excessive folly can be harmful.