Quote by George Savile

It is not a reproach but a compliment to learning, to say, that great scholars are less fit for business; since the truth is, business is so much a lower thing than learning, that a man used to the last cannot easily bring his stomach down to the first.

It is not a reproach but a compliment to learning, to say, t

Summary

This quote suggests that it should be seen as a form of praise, rather than criticism, when it is said that scholars are not well-suited for business matters. The author explains that this is because business is considered to be of lesser importance compared to learning. The quote further emphasizes that individuals deeply immersed in the realm of knowledge may find it challenging to shift their focus and fully engage in business, as their minds are accustomed to a higher level of intellectual pursuit.

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By George Savile

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