Grownups are often not as wise as they believe from "summary" of The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery,Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
The world of adults is often cluttered with complexities and distractions that obscure the essence of life. Children, with their pure hearts and unclouded minds, see things differently. They grasp the importance of love, imagination, and the simple pleasures that bring joy. Yet, adults, in their pursuit of success and status, become entangled in their own creations, attributing worth to material things and rigid numbers.
A businessman counts stars, convinced that ownership of them defines his greatness. A king commands the universe, yet remains lonely atop a throne of empty power. Each character reveals how adults measure value in terms of possession and authority, losing sight of what truly matters. A rose is cherished not for its beauty alone, but for the bonds formed through care and tenderness.
The fox imparts a profound lesson: “You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed.” This responsibility is often overlooked by adults, who rush past the deeper connections that nurture the soul. They mistake knowledge for wisdom, believing that facts and figures can equate to understanding. The essence of relationships and the richness of experience are lost in the shuffle of adulthood, where logic reigns supreme and emotions are sidelined.
Through the journey of a young prince, it becomes evident that true insight lies in simplicity, in the ability to see with the heart rather than merely with the eyes. The wisdom of children, a wisdom rooted in curiosity and wonder, serves as a stark reminder that the most profound truths are often overlooked by those who think they know everything. In the end, the richness of life is found not in the complexities of adulthood, but in the innocent truths that resonate deeply within.
