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Gentility without ability is worse than plain beggary
gentility without ability is worse than plain beggary
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szlachetność bez zdolności jest gorsza niż zwykłe żebractwo
used to emphasize the importance of valuing competence over social status, as having a high status without the necessary skills can lead to arrogance, incompetence, and ultimately failure
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The politician had risen to power on the back of his family's name and reputation, but when it came time to lead, he was found wanting - indeed, gentility without ability is worse than plain beggary.
