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Confucius quote correct or not?


Zeppa

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There is a saying said to be by Confucius, 'A man who asks a question is a fool for a minute, but he who does not ask remains a fool forever', or similar wording. Is this really by Confucius or is it fake?

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There are quite a few from all over the world and times in this vein. 

 

It wouldn't surprise me if he did say something along those lines.

 

https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/184310-the-man-who-asks-a-question-is-a-fool-for

 

"The only stupid questions are questions not asked."

 

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Yes, I am aware this is all over the Web, but so are a lot of fake quotes, which is why I'm asking. 

Thanks for the chop Suey, 889. As far as I can make sense of your original, that would be a big leap! I got as far as "Confucius said..."

 

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