Quotation by

William Shakespeare

It is a wise father that knows his own child.

Father's Day

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Even a father, who is supposed to know his child best, may not fully understand their thoughts, feelings, or true nature. This suggests that truly knowing someone close to you can be surprisingly difficult, even within a family.

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