"It is wisdom in prosperity, when all is as thou wouldn't…" — Desiderius Erasmus

"It is wisdom in prosperity, when all is as thou wouldn't have it, to fear and suspect the worst."

— Desiderius Erasmus

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The theme of wisdom is universal, yet Desiderius Erasmus manages to capture its essence in a uniquely profound way. Taking a moment to internalize this can shift our mindset, reminding us that our perspective on wisdom often shapes our reality.

About Desiderius Erasmus

Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus, commonly known in English as Erasmus of Rotterdam or simply Erasmus, was a Dutch humanist, theologian, and philosopher. He was, through his writings and translations, one of the most influential scholars of the Northern Renaissance and a major figure of Western culture.

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