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“The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool..” quote by William Shakespeare
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“The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool..”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Foolishness lies in believing one is wise; true wisdom recognizes its own limits.

In simple terms: Wise people know they are not wise.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility to gain true insight.

Themes

wisdom humility self‑awareness

Mood

thoughtful humorous

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • leadership
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

epistemology pride learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility improve decision‑making?
  • When have you mistaken confidence for wisdom?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can blind learning.

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