The height of ability consists in a thorough knowledge of the real value of things, and of the genius of the age in which we live.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True competence requires understanding both intrinsic value and current context.
- In plain terms
- Being skilled means knowing what things are worth and understanding your times.
- What can you take from it?
- Learn the true value of things and the culture of your time.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you value most right now?
- How well do you know your era?
Another view
Values and contexts change rapidly, making this knowledge hard to maintain.
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