The line 'Where but to think is to be full of sorrow' expresses what philosophical idea?

Ignorance is bliss

Knowledge brings happiness

Pain comes from distraction

Thought leads to despair

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D. Thought leads to despair

This line expresses the philosophical idea that excessive thought can lead to despair and heartache.

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