Go forward with joyful confidence.
George EliotRead
Of a truth, Knowledge is power, but it is a power reined by scruple, having a conscience of what must be and what may be. . . .
Interpretation
What this quote means
Knowledge is a powerful tool, but it must be used responsibly and ethically.
George Eliot's quote emphasizes that while knowledge can give individuals significant power, it is essential to couple this power with moral principles and a strong sense of conscience. The quote suggests that understanding the difference between what is necessary and what is permissible is crucial in wielding knowledge effectively and ethically.
Themes
KnowledgePowerResponsibilityEthicsWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about ethics in business, this quote can highlight the importance of moral responsibility when using knowledge to make decisions.
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All quotes βYou must love your work, and not be always looking over the edge of it, wanting your play to begin. And the other is, you must not be ashamed of your work, and think it would be more honorable to you to be doing something else. You must have a pride in your own work and in learning to do it well.
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