Quote by Tryon Edwards

The great end of education is to discipline rather than to furnish the mind to train it to the use of its own powers, rather than fill it with the accumulation of others.

The great end of education is to discipline rather than to f

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This quote highlights the true purpose of education, which is to cultivate and discipline the mind rather than simply being a process of accumulating knowledge from others. The emphasis is on developing critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and independent thought rather than just memorizing information. Education should empower individuals to tap into their own potential, encouraging them to discover and utilize their own abilities and intelligence instead of relying solely on external sources.

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