Quote by Josh Billings

Learning sleeps and snores in libraries, but wisdom is everywhere, wide awake, on tiptoe.

Learning sleeps and snores in libraries, but wisdom is every

Summary

This quote suggests that while knowledge and learning can be acquired in libraries, wisdom goes beyond the confines of books. It implies that true wisdom is found in the various experiences and observations of life, constantly awake and ready to be discovered. The quote highlights the idea that knowledge is limited to the static information within libraries, whereas wisdom encompasses a deeper understanding of the world gained through active engagement and awareness of one's surroundings.

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Wisdom Learning

By Josh Billings

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