Learning, n. The kind of ignorance distinguishing the studious.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Learning is defined as a specific type of ignorance found in those who study hard.
- In plain terms
- Studying hard still leaves you ignorant.
- What can you take from it?
- Knowledge often highlights how much we don't know.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does learning increase ignorance?
- Why do experts feel less sure?
Another view
It dismisses the real value of acquired knowledge and skill.
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