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The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits.
"The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits."— Albert Einstein
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Meaning of this quote
The joke contrasts limited brilliance with seemingly unlimited folly. Its exaggeration warns against assuming that confidence or intelligence prevents mistakes.
Key takeaway:
Remain humble about the possibility of error.
Origin of the quote
Versions predate modern Einstein attribution, including a nineteenth-century remark credited to Alexandre Dumas.
Who actually said this?
Likely misattributedQuote Investigator traces earlier forms and finds no sound basis for crediting this formulation to Einstein. Exact modern wording evolved over time.
