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Quote by Yoshida Kenko

“If you must take care that your opinions do not differ in the least from those of the person with whom you are talking, you might just as well be alone.”

Quote by Yoshida Kenko

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Yoshida Kenko

Yoshida Kenko was a Japanese author and Buddhist monk who lived from 1283 to 1350. He is renowned for his work 'Tsurezuregusa', a collection of essays that delve into various aspects of life, including nature, literature, and philosophy. His writing is marked by its simplicity and introspection, solidifying his status as an important figure in Japanese literature. more

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