The Infernal Marriage, part 3 (1834)
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Next to knowing when to seize an opportunity, the most important thing in life is to know when to forego an advantage.
— Benjamin Disraeli
What It Means
This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "Next to knowing when to seize an opportunity, the most important thing in life is to know when to forego an advantage." in the context of "The Infernal Marriage, part 3 (1834)" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
Source: Wikiquote: "Benjamin Disraeli" (Quotes, 1830s)
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About Benjamin Disraeli
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician, novelist, and essayist, serving twice as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The anniversary of his death on 19 April is known as Primrose Day.
About Benjamin Disraeli
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician, novelist, and essayist, serving twice as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The anniversary of his death on 19 April is known as Primrose Day.
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