Quote by Jonathan Schattke

Necessity is the mother of invention, it is true -- but it's father is creativity, and knowledge is the midwife.

Necessity is the mother of invention, it is true -- but it's

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This quote highlights the role of creativity and knowledge in the process of invention. While necessity may be the driving force behind the need for invention, creativity serves as the father that generates new ideas and out-of-the-box thinking. Meanwhile, knowledge acts as the midwife, assisting in the birth of these inventive solutions by providing the necessary understanding and expertise. This quote suggests that a combination of necessity, creativity, and knowledge is essential for meaningful and innovative invention.

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