To speak wisely with a fool is the same as light for the blind.
The quote "To speak wisely with a fool is the same as light for the blind" suggests that sharing wisdom with someone who lacks the ability or willingness to understand it is ultimately futile. Just as light has no effect on someone who cannot see, wise words fail to resonate with a person who is closed-minded or ignorant. The implication is that effective communication requires the capacity to grasp and appreciate the knowledge being shared; otherwise, it is rendered meaningless. This quote highlights the importance of audience awareness in dialogue and the challenges of imparting wisdom to those who are not open to it.
Author: Jalal al-Din Rumi