Quote by Edmund Burke

Education is the cheap defence of nations.

Education is the cheap defence of nations.

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of education in the protection and advancement of countries. It suggests that investing in education is a cost-effective way of safeguarding nations from various threats. By providing quality education to its citizens, a country can equip them with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to contribute positively to the nation's development. Education can foster critical thinking, promote tolerance and understanding, and empower individuals to actively participate in their society. Thus, this quote emphasizes that education is instrumental in shaping the resilience and progress of nations.

By Edmund Burke

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