Quote by Edmund Burke

Example is the school of mankind, and they will learn at no other

Example is the school of mankind, and they will learn at no

Summary

This quote, attributed to Edmund Burke, suggests that people learn best through personal experience and real-life examples. It implies that nothing else can truly teach or convince individuals as effectively as the practical knowledge gained from witnessing outcomes and consequences firsthand. According to this perspective, individuals are most likely to grasp important lessons and ideas when they observe and directly participate in the experiences that shape them.

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