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Sophocles

Whoever thinks that he alone has speech, or possesses speech or mind above others, when unfolded such men are seen to be empty.

Sophocles

Alone

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Sophocles is saying that anyone who believes they are the only one with valuable thoughts or intelligence is actually lacking true understanding. When closely examined, such a person’s confidence reveals a kind of emptiness rather than real wisdom.

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