When a wise man does not understand, he says: I do not understand. The…

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When a wise man does not understand, he says: I do not understand. The fool and the uncultured are ashamed of their ignorance. They remain silent when a question could bring them wisdom. ✨ The Godmakers. Book by Frank Herbert, 1972.
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When a wise man does not understand, he says: I do not understand. The fool and the uncultured are ashamed of their ignorance. They remain silent when a question could bring them wisdom. ✨ The Godmakers. Book by Frank Herbert, 1972.

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