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Whenever you argue with another wiser than yourself in order that others may admire your wisdom, they will discover your ignorance.
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Whenever you argue with another wiser than yourself in order that others may admire your wisdom, they will discover your ignorance. — Saadi

About Saadi

Saadi was a Poet (1209–1292).

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This quote is attributed to Saadi, a Poet.
When did Saadi live?
Saadi lived from 1209 – 1292.