It has always seemed strange to me that in our endless discussions about education so little stress is laid on the pleasure of becoming an educated person, the enormous interest it adds to life. To be able to be caught up into the world of thought-that is educated.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Education should emphasize the joy and life enrichment it brings, not just mechanics. Being educated means being drawn into the world of thought.
- In plain terms
- Learning is valuable because it makes life more interesting and connects us to ideas.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on the joy of learning when discussing education.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes learning joyful for you?
- How does education change your daily life?
Another view
The quote assumes access to education is universal.
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