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The Perfect is the Enemy of the Good – Voltaire

„The perfect is the enemy of the good.“

VoltaireVoltaire warns that striving for perfection often prevents the good – an important idea of the Enlightenment.
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Voltaire, born François-Marie Arouet, was an 18th-century French philosopher, writer, and Enlightenment thinker known for his wit and advocacy of freedom of speech and tolerance.

This quote by Voltaire reminds us that the pursuit of perfection often prevents good outcomes.


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Quote 'The Perfect is the Enemy of the Good' by Voltaire

François-Marie Arouet (1694–1778), better known by his pen name Voltaire, was a leading figure of the Enlightenment. His works include philosophy, plays, essays, and letters. Voltaire passionately defended human rights, criticized religion, and advocated freedom of expression, making him a pivotal figure in European intellectual history.

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