Quote by Thomas Jefferson

If the children are untaught, their ignorance and vices will in future life cost us much dearer in their consequences than it would have done in their correction by a good education

If the children are untaught, their ignorance and vices will

Summary

This quote suggests that if children are not given proper education and guidance, their lack of knowledge and undesirable behaviors will have much greater negative consequences in the future. It implies that investing in correcting and providing a good education for children is more beneficial and cost-effective than facing the potential problems and expenses that arise from their ignorance and negative behaviors later in life.

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By Thomas Jefferson

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