The chapter of knowledge is a very short, but the chapter of accidents is a very long one.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Acquiring knowledge takes little time compared to the many unexpected mishaps life presents. Life is full of unforeseen complications.
- In plain terms
- There are far more accidents in life than things you can learn.
- What can you take from it?
- Prepare for the unexpected since life is unpredictable.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you prepare for the unforeseen?
- What risks do you ignore?
Another view
Some knowledge helps mitigate accidents rather than just observing them.
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