Logic is immaturity weaving its nets of gossamer wherewith it aims to catch the behemoth of knowledge. Logic is a crutch for the cripple, but a burden for the swift of foot and a greater burden still for the wise.

Mikhail Naimy
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The idea is that sometimes people are too logical, acting as if they are mature when they are not. If you are not careful, they “weave nets of gossamer” to catch you, making you feel as if you are immature. The best way to avoid this is to be smart enough to avoid them by being wise.

Source: The Book Of Mirdad: The Strange Story Of A Monastery Which Was Once Called The Ark

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