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Man is a clever animal who behaves like an imbecile.
"Man is a clever animal who behaves like an imbecile."— Albert Schweitzer
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Meaning of this quote
Human intelligence is contrasted with behavior that can be foolish or destructive.
Key takeaway:
Judge a clever action by its consequences as well as its ingenuity.
Origin of the quote
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Who actually said this?
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