What is worse than having no sight is being able to see but having no vision.
Helen KellerRead
Knowledge is happiness, because to have knowledge - broad, deep knowledge - is to know true ends from false, and lofty things from low.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Knowledge leads to happiness by enabling discernment between truth and falsehood.
In this quote, Helen Keller emphasizes the profound connection between knowledge and happiness. She suggests that true happiness arises from the ability to understand what is genuinely valuable and significant in life, which can only be achieved through broad and deep knowledge. By distinguishing between true and false, and recognizing what is lofty as opposed to what is low, one can find fulfillment and joy in life.
Themes
KnowledgeHappinessTruthWisdomLearning
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Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a graduation ceremony to inspire students towards lifelong learning.
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