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Quotation by Molière: An educated fool is more foolish than an uneducated one

„I assure you, an educated fool is more foolish than an uneducated one.“

MolièreMolière warns: An educated fool is more foolish than an uneducated one. An ironic reflection on knowledge and wisdom.
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Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known by his stage name Molière, was a French actor, director, and playwright. He is considered one of the greatest classical writers and elevated comedy to a stature potentially equal to tragedy.

This statement by Molière ironically reflects the danger of pretentious knowledge without wisdom.


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Inspirational Molière quote about education and foolishness

Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known professionally as Molière, was a 17th-century French playwright, actor, and director. He is regarded as one of the greatest masters of comedy in Western literature. His works, characterized by biting satire and keen observations of human nature, continue to be celebrated worldwide.

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