Quote by Carl Friedrich Gauss

It is not knowledge, but the act of learning, not possession but the act of getting there, which grants the greatest enjoyment.

It is not knowledge, but the act of learning, not possession

Summary

This quote suggests that true gratification comes not from having knowledge but from the process of acquiring it. It emphasizes that the joy lies in the act of learning itself rather than the end result or possession of knowledge. The quote highlights the importance of actively engaging in the learning journey and highlights that the pursuit of knowledge can bring the greatest fulfillment and happiness.

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