Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

Beware of the man who works hard to learn something, learns it, and finds himself no wiser than before. He is full of murderous resentment of people who are ignorant without having come by their ignorance the hard way.

Beware of the man who works hard to learn something, learns

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that true wisdom is not solely attained through diligent effort or accumulation of knowledge. It warns against individuals who invest great effort in learning, only to discover that their newfound knowledge fails to make them any wiser. Such individuals may become resentful of those who are naturally ignorant, yet do not go through the same arduous process of acquiring knowledge. Essentially, the quote cautions against the misconception that wisdom can be solely gained through hard work and emphasizes the importance of understanding and meaningful application of knowledge.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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