Fools Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“Fortune, seeing that she could not make fools wise, has made them lucky.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "On Fortune", 1580
He observes that when wisdom fails, fortune compensates with luck.
In simple terms: When wisdom fails, luck steps in.
Key Takeaway
Accept luck as a complement to wisdom.
Themes
philosophy
fortune
wisdom
Mood
contemplative
balanced
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal setbacks
- career changes
- financial planning
Key Concepts
determinism
randomness
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you attribute success to skill or luck?
- How can one prepare for unpredictable fortune?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on luck can undermine personal effort.
