Mark HelprinI saw how greatly he suffered the requirement of being clever. It separated him from his soul, and it didn’t get him anything other than a living.
About This Quote
In this quote, the author refers to the fact that the cleverness of a man often comes at a great price. They might get money, fame, or success but it doesn’t bring them happiness. This is because, in order to be clever, you must suppress your emotions and feelings. This is what makes you lose your soul and bring you nothing other than a living.
The cleverness of a person is like a ship without any sails. It always moves towards its destination but never reaches it.
Source: A Soldier Of The Great War
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