Where there is no novelty, there can be no curiosity.
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Of all that writ, he was the wisest bard, who spoke this mighty truth- He that knew all that ever learning writ, Knew only this-that he knew nothing yet.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True wisdom lies in recognizing the limits of one's knowledge.
This quote suggests that the greatest understanding comes from acknowledging one's ignorance. It highlights the paradox of knowledgeβwhile one may accumulate information and learning, the wisest individuals realize that there is always more to learn, and true wisdom stems from an awareness of this continuous pursuit of knowledge.
Themes
WisdomKnowledgeLearningIgnoranceTruth
In practice
Example use cases
This quote would be appropriate in a philosophy class discussing the nature of knowledge.
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