Who said "To know what not to do is the best knowledge of all."?

This quote is attributed to William James.

To know what not to do is the best knowledge of all. - William James

"To know what not to do is the best knowledge of all."

William James Wisdom

Psychologist, Philosopher American 1842–1910

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