"El crítico que no logra presentar un caso es solo un lector inteligente para sí mismo; no es un crítico."
— Ezra Pound
Simplified Meaning:
Someone who complains or criticizes something without explaining why or offering a clear argument is just keeping their thoughts to themselves. They aren't truly helping others understand or improve. Think of a person who tries a new restaurant and says, "The food was bad," but doesn't explain what exactly was wrong—too salty, overcooked, poor service, etc. Even if the person is smart and has a good point, their feedback isn't useful to anyone else. It's like having a key without a lock to use it in; it doesn't open any doors or help anyone find solutions. For criticism to be valuable, it needs to be detailed and constructive, helping others see different perspectives or learn from it. So, when you give feedback, make sure to explain your reasoning clearly so it can benefit others and lead to improvements.
