Seeking is a necessary preliminary to finding, and one who cannot endure the hardship of inquiry cannot expect to harvest the fruit of knowledge.
John Of SalisburyRead
We are like dwarfs sitting on the shoulders of giants. We see more, and things that are more distant, than they did, not because our sight is superior or because we are taller than they, but because they raise us up, and by their great stature add to ours.
Interpretation
What this quote means
We benefit from the knowledge and achievements of those who came before us.
This quote highlights the importance of building on the knowledge and accomplishments of previous generations. It suggests that our own understanding and perspective are enhanced by the contributions of others, symbolically represented as 'giants' whose achievements elevate our own standing and insight.
Themes
KnowledgeLegacyGrowthLearningGratitude
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about innovation, emphasize how current advancements are built upon the discoveries of past scientists.
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