Man is an eternal sophomore.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Humans are always learning and never fully master life.
- In plain terms
- People are always like students learning the world.
- What can you take from it?
- Humans stay lifelong learners.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you always learning?
- How do you know enough?
Another view
It ignores that some people stop learning.
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