"It is in the nature of foolish reasonings to seem good to the foolish reasoner."
Foolish quotes
Foolish
210 quotes on this topic — from poets, philosophers, and thinkers across history.
Explore further
Topics related to Foolish
Browse quotes that often appear alongside foolish — connected by shared ideas and recurring themes.
Quote collection
Foolish quotes (page 4 of 11)
Follow a thought to its author, or read the full quote page.
"Empty Chambers make foolish maides."
"Foolish tongues talke by the dozen."
"Hee that demands misseth not, unlesse his demands be foolish."
"The least foolish is wise."
"It is better to be seen as cruel than foolish."
"Foolish is my happiness, and foolish things will it speak: it is still too young—so have patience with it!"
"Gambling is a most foolish and imprudent pursuit."
"A reputable lawyer will advise you to keep out of the law, make the best of a foolish bargain, and not get caught again."
"But it is very foolish to ask questions about any young ladies — about any three sisters just grown up; for one knows, without being told, exactly what they are — all very accomplished and pleasing, and one very pretty. There is a beauty in every family. — It is a regular thing"