Bells call others, but themselves enter not into the Church.
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Woe be to him that reads but one book.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Reading only one book limits your knowledge and perspective.
This quote by George Herbert suggests that relying on a single source of knowledge can lead to a narrow view of the world. It emphasizes the value of diverse reading and the enrichment that comes from exploring multiple ideas and perspectives through literature.
Themes
ReadingKnowledgeEducationBooksPerspective
In practice
Example use cases
In a seminar about lifelong learning, to encourage students to read broadly.
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