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Lack of wisdom3 quotes
Wisdom is sold in the desolate market where none come to purchase. — William Blake · 1827Those who know how to win are much more numerous than those who know how to make proper use of their victories. — Polybius · 117 BCAuthority without wisdom is like a heavy axe without an edge, fitter to bruise than polish. — Anne Bradstreet · 1867Wisdom2 quotes
Wisdom is sold in the desolate market where none come to purchase. — William Blake · 1827Authority without wisdom is like a heavy axe without an edge, fitter to bruise than polish. — Anne Bradstreet · 1867Exercise of power1 quote
Authority without wisdom is like a heavy axe without an edge, fitter to bruise than polish. — Anne Bradstreet · 1867Illegitimate authority1 quote
Authority without wisdom is like a heavy axe without an edge, fitter to bruise than polish. — Anne Bradstreet · 1867Winning1 quote
Those who know how to win are much more numerous than those who know how to make proper use of their victories. — Polybius · 117 BC