Quote by Confucius

I do not open up the truth to one who is not eager to get knowledge, nor help out any one who is not anxious to explain himself. When I have presented one corner of a subject to any one, and he cannot from it learn the other three, I do not repeat my lesson.

I do not open up the truth to one who is not eager to get kn

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This quote reflects a no-nonsense approach to sharing knowledge and providing assistance. It suggests that the speaker values enthusiasm and willingness to learn or understand. The quote implies that the speaker is unwilling to waste their time on individuals who lack eagerness or fail to grasp concepts easily. They expect the person being taught or helped to make an effort to explore and comprehend the topic independently instead of relying on constant repetition or spoon-feeding.

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