Summary
This quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing limitations. It suggests that there are certain inherent qualities and characteristics that cannot be changed or transformed beyond a certain point. In this context, it points out that despite the value and potential of iron ore, it is fundamentally different from gold and cannot be educated or transformed into gold. It serves as a reminder to acknowledge the boundaries and limitations of various things and to focus on understanding and utilizing their unique qualities instead of trying to change them into something completely different.
By Mark Twain