Quote by Baba Dioum

For in the end, we will conserve only what we love. We will love only what we understand. We will understand only what we are taught.

For in the end, we will conserve only what we love. We will

Summary

This quote emphasizes the interconnectedness between conservation, love, understanding, and education. It suggests that in order to preserve and protect something, whether it be our environment or any aspect of life, we must first develop an affinity for it - we must love it. To love, we need to comprehend and appreciate its worth, which can only come through understanding. Finally, understanding is acquired through learning and being taught about the subject. It implies that education plays a vital role in inspiring love and fostering conservation efforts in the world.

By Baba Dioum

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