The great end of life is not knowledge but action.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The ultimate purpose of life is applying knowledge, not just acquiring it.
- In plain terms
- Life is about doing, not just knowing.
- What can you take from it?
- Turn what you learn into action.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What knowledge are you hoarding instead of using?
- Is there a difference between being knowledgeable and being useful?
Another view
Sometimes knowing is enough if the risk of action is too high.
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