The One-Eyed Man Is King Analysis

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In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king This is a well-known proverb the simple meaning of which is that even someone with a smattering of knowledge or ability is considered great by those who lack these qualities. Very often the meaning of this saying is interpreted in a derogatory manner to insult those with a little knowledge or ability coming forward to give instructions or leadership to people with such disadvantages. Now let us consider the case of the one-eyed man becoming king of the blind or assuming the leadership. Suppose when no one with full vision volunteers to help these miserable people, you can understand their sorry plight. If the man with one eye comes forward to show them to the best of his ability how to move about, is it possible to find fault with him for his kind act? It does not create any problems for the blind, but guides them wherever they wish to go. Instead of criticising him, we must be thankful to him for his generosity. It is in this perspective that one should look at the meaning of this proverb. Here we can turn round and cite another proverb ‘Half a loaf is better than no loaf’ in defence of the one-eyed man assuming the leadership of those who are totally blind.…show more content…
There is a group of people whose education is poor, but they are anxious to improve it. No one with high educational qualifications is willing to help them. However, a person who has some knowledge higher than that of theirs, and feeling for their lack of opportunity volunteers to assist them strictly in keeping within the limit of his ability. The action of this unselfish individual brings to a higher level knowledge of his fellow beings. Should any one find fault with him for his good service to the less knowledgeable considering the fact that his limited know-how has really served
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