“The wiser the man, the more doubts he has.”
— Umberto Eco
Simplified Meaning:
People who are very knowledgeable and wise often question things more. Imagine a scientist who has studied the stars for many years. They have learned so much that they realize how much more there is to know, so they start asking even more questions. This happens because understanding a subject deeply makes you see its complexity and the things you don't yet understand. It's like peeling layers of an onion; each layer you remove reveals another. So, if someone is always sure they know everything, they might not be wise because true wisdom comes with recognizing that one does not have all the answers. This advice helps us stay humble and open to learning, reminding us that asking questions and having doubts can be signs of deeper understanding.
