群ぐん盲もう象ぞうを評ひょうす

expression, godan verb (-su)

the mediocre cannot understand the great

Proverb meaning that people of limited ability or narrow perspective cannot properly judge someone or something of great worth. Often used to criticize shallow criticism of genius or profound work. Considered sensitive due to its dismissive tone.

See also: 群盲象を撫でる

• 群ぐん盲もう象ぞうを評ひょうすというが、彼かれの芸げい術じゅつを理り解かいできないのは仕し方かたないかもしれない。

  As the saying goes, the mediocre cannot understand the great; perhaps it's inevitable that they can't grasp his art.