Quote by Confucius

Ignorance is the night of the mind, but a night without moon or star.

Ignorance is the night of the mind, but a night without moon

Summary

This quote suggests that ignorance is like a dark night for our minds, but without the potential illumination provided by the moon or stars. In this context, ignorance symbolizes a lack of knowledge or understanding. It emphasizes that ignorance is not just a state of unawareness, but one that lacks any guiding light or source of enlightenment. By highlighting the absence of the moon or stars, the quote emphasizes the deep darkness and the complete absence of any means to navigate or find clarity in the realm of ignorance.

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Ignorance & Stupidity

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