Education alone can conduct us to that enjoyment which is, at once, best in quality and infinite in quantity.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Education leads to the highest and endless forms of enjoyment.
- In plain terms
- Learning gives the best and most lasting happiness.
- What can you take from it?
- Pursue education for lasting fulfillment.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does education bring to your life?
- Can learning provide infinite joy?
Another view
Education is not the only path to enjoyment.
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