Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Education is that which discloses to the wise and disguises from the foolish their lack of understanding.

Education is that which discloses to the wise and disguises

Summary

This quote suggests that education reveals to intelligent individuals their own lack of knowledge and understanding, while simultaneously hiding this fact from those who are ignorant or unintelligent. It implies that education has the power to expose the gaps in knowledge and promote self-awareness in those who possess wisdom. On the other hand, it may also imply that education has a way of masking the ignorance of individuals who lack intelligence or introspection, possibly creating an illusion of understanding. Ultimately, the quote emphasizes the transformative nature of education and its ability to affect a person's perception of their own knowledge and understanding.

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Education

By Ambrose Bierce

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