Quote by George Bernard Shaw

A fool's brain digests philosophy into folly, science into superstition, and art into pedantry. Hence University education.

A fool's brain digests philosophy into folly, science into s

Summary

This quote suggests that a fool's limited understanding and lack of critical thinking skills can cause them to misinterpret and distort complex subjects. Philosophy may be seen as nonsensical, science as filled with irrational beliefs, and art as overly focused on trivial details. This statement also implies that the formal education provided by universities might be susceptible to succumbing to these tendencies, inadvertently perpetuating ignorance and misunderstanding.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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