I will follow my logic, no matter where it goes, after it has consulted with my heart. If you ever come to a conclusion without calling the heart in, you will come to a bad conclusion.
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It is a thousand times better to have common sense without education than to have education without common sense.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Common sense is more valuable than formal education in many situations.
This quote by Robert Green Ingersoll emphasizes the importance of common sense and practical wisdom over mere academic knowledge. It suggests that being able to apply knowledge in real-world situations is far more beneficial than possessing theoretical education without the ability to use it effectively.
Themes
Common SenseEducationWisdomKnowledgePracticality
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a community event about the importance of practical skills over academic credentials.
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