To furnish the means of acquiring knowledge is...the greatest benefit that can be conferred upon mankind. It prolongs life itself and enlarges the sphere of existence.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Providing access to education is the greatest gift to humanity.
- In plain terms
- Teaching people gives them a better life and expands their world.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize education as the highest societal benefit.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the value of education?
- How do you learn?
Another view
Education does not solve every societal problem.
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