Meaning of the word "custom is the plague of wise men and the idol of fools" in English
What does "custom is the plague of wise men and the idol of fools" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
custom is the plague of wise men and the idol of fools
US /ˈkʌstəm ɪz ðə pleɪɡ ʌv waɪz mɛn ænd ði ˈaɪdəl ʌv fulz/
UK /ˈkʌstəm ɪz ðə pleɪɡ ɒv waɪz mɛn ænd ði ˈaɪdəl ɒv fuːlz/
Idiom
A proverb suggesting that while wise people are often burdened or restricted by social traditions, foolish people worship and follow them blindly.
Example:
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He refused to follow the outdated tradition, believing that custom is the plague of wise men and the idol of fools.
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Don't just do it because everyone else does; remember, custom is the plague of wise men and the idol of fools.