Quote by Bryant H. McGill

It is better to have a fair intellect that is well used than a powerful one that is idle.

It is better to have a fair intellect that is well used than

Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of utilizing one's intellectual abilities effectively rather than possessing great intellectual potential but not putting it to good use. It suggests that it is more advantageous to possess an average or fair intellect that is actively employed and applied in productive activities, rather than having a powerful intellectual capacity that remains dormant or unutilized. The quote implies that the value of intellect lies in its application and usefulness, rather than the inherent strength of the intellect itself.

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Intelligence

By Bryant H. McGill

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