Quote by Henry David Thoreau

We hear and apprehend only what we already half know.

We hear and apprehend only what we already half know.

Summary

This quote suggests that our ability to fully understand and comprehend something is limited by our existing knowledge and beliefs. It implies that we tend to perceive information based on what we already think we know, rather than being open to new perspectives or ideas. In other words, our preconceived notions and biases shape our understanding of the world, making it challenging to truly grasp or learn something new.

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