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Blessed Is He Who Expects Nothing – Jonathan Swift

„Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall be disappointed.“

Jonathan SwiftAn ironic quote by Jonathan Swift about expectations, disappointment, and the art of viewing life with humor.
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Jonathan Swift was a 17th-century Irish writer known for his sharp wit and satirical works.

This ironic quote reminds us that expectations often lead to disappointment.


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Jonathan Swift (1667–1745) was a prominent Irish writer, satirist, and cleric. He gained fame particularly through works like "Gulliver's Travels," in which he unflinchingly exposed social evils and human follies. His critical mind and humor made him a defining figure of the Enlightenment.

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