Quote by Anatole France

An education isn't how much you have committed to memory, or even how much you know. It's being able to differentiate between what you know and what you don't.

An education isn't how much you have committed to memory, or

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This quote emphasizes that true education is not merely about the accumulation of factual knowledge or memorization. Rather, it lies in the ability to discern the boundaries of one's knowledge. A well-educated person understands the limitations of their own understanding and recognizes the gaps in their knowledge. This highlights the importance of humility, curiosity, and a lifelong commitment to learning in order to constantly expand one's understanding and engage in continuous self-improvement.

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