"There is this difference between happiness and wisdom: he that thinks himself the happiest man, really is so but he that thinks himself the wisest, is generally the greatest fool."

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This quotation examines the core nature of Wisdom as articulated by Charles Caleb Colton. Within historical and literary traditions, reflections on Wisdom provide actionable mental models, challenging individuals to evaluate personal ethics, self-discipline, and daily actions.

About Charles Caleb Colton

Charles Caleb Colton was an English cleric, writer and collector, well known for his eccentricities.

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