Man is a clever animal who behaves like an imbecile.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Humans have intelligence but often act foolishly.
- In plain terms
- People are smart but act silly.
- What can you take from it?
- Use your intelligence wisely.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where have you acted like an imbecile?
Another view
Sometimes bad outcomes come from limits, not folly.
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