Quote by Francis Herbert Hedge

Talent is a faculty that is highly developed, but genius commands all the faculties.

Talent is a faculty that is highly developed, but genius com

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Talent refers to an individual's natural ability or skill in a particular area, which they can further enhance through hard work and practice. On the other hand, genius encompasses an extraordinary level of intellect and creativity, surpassing mere talent. Genius is characterized by an innate capacity to excel in multiple areas, using all available faculties to produce exceptional results. While talent can be honed, genius rises above it by effortlessly utilizing all the mental abilities one possesses to create truly exceptional and original work.

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