Folly Quote by William Blake
“If others had not been foolish, we should be so.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, 1790
If others were wiser, we would be wise too.
In simple terms: Wisdom is shared.
Key Takeaway
Seek collective wisdom.
Themes
wisdom
collective intelligence
humility
Mood
hopeful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- team projects
- education reform
- community decision‑making
- policy development
Key Concepts
Epistemic humility
social learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster shared wisdom?
- What limits collective understanding?
A Different Perspective
Assumes wisdom is transferable.
