Quote by Socrates

Employ your time in improving yourself by other men's writings so that you shall come easily by what others have labored hard for.

Employ your time in improving yourself by other men's writin

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of reading and educating oneself through the writings of others. By spending time and effort on consuming literature by knowledgeable individuals, we can acquire knowledge and wisdom without having to personally go through the struggles they faced in order to gain that understanding. It highlights the efficiency of learning from the experiences and insights shared by others, allowing for personal growth through the accumulation of their hard-earned knowledge.

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