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Favourite Sayings - Fools set stools for wise men to tumble
Black and white lantern slide of a young man crouched down holding a stool in front of an old man walking along reading a book. Painted background shows the interior of a kitchen.. Part of Box 197 Sayings, Boswell Collection. Fools set stools for wise men to stumble over. Lantern slide creations of C. H. Spurgeons (a British Particular Baptist preacher, 1834-1892) illustrated John Ploughmans Pictures. Date: circa 1890s
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1834 1892 Baptist Creations Crouched Favourite Fools Kitchen Particular Phrases Preacher Proverb Proverbs Quote Quotes Sayings Slides Stool Stools Wise Stumble
Fools Set Stools for Wise Men to Tumble
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: A Timeless Proverb Illustrated in a Late 19th Century Lantern Slide This evocative black and white lantern slide, titled "Fools Set Stools for Wise Men to Tumble," is a captivating visual representation of the age-old proverb that continues to resonate with us even in the present day. The image depicts a young man crouched down, holding a stool in front of an old man who is engrossed in reading a book. The painted background of the kitchen interior adds depth and character to the scene, transporting us back in time to the late 1800s. The proverb "Fools set stools for wise men to stumble" is a traditional saying that warns us against underestimating the intelligence or wisdom of others. The young man in the image appears to be setting a stool in the path of the wise old man, potentially causing him to trip or stumble. This visual interpretation of the proverb serves as a reminder to be mindful of our actions and to respect the intelligence and wisdom of those around us. This beautiful lantern slide is part of the "Box 197 Sayings" collection in the Boswell Collection, and was created by C.H. Spurgeon, a renowned British Particular Baptist preacher, in the 1890s. Spurgeon's illustrations, known as "John Ploughman's Pictures," were popular during this time and were widely used to convey moral and spiritual messages through visual storytelling. The intricately detailed and thought-provoking nature of this lantern slide makes it a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering us a glimpse into the values and beliefs of the late 19th century. It serves as a reminder that the wisdom of the past continues to be relevant in the present day, and that the power of a well-crafted proverb or saying can endure through the ages.
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