Quote by Rudyard Kipling

I had six honest serving men. They taught me all I knew. Their names were: Where, What, When, Why, How and Who.

I had six honest serving men. They taught me all I knew. The

Summary

This quote, by Rudyard Kipling, expresses the importance of curiosity and asking questions in the pursuit of knowledge. The "six honest serving men" symbolize the fundamental questions: where, what, when, why, how, and who. Kipling suggests that these questions are invaluable tools for learning, as they enable us to understand and comprehend the world around us. By acknowledging and embracing these serving men, we are encouraged to remain curious and constantly seek answers, thereby expanding our knowledge and understanding of the world.

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