Quote by Henry Mayhew

A fact must be assimilated with, or discriminated fromm, some other fact or facts, in order to be raised to the dignity of a truth, and made to convey the least knowledge to the mind.

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Summary

This quote highlights the importance of context and comparison in understanding information. Merely knowing a fact is not enough to gain knowledge or perceive the truth. It suggests that facts need to be connected or differentiated from other facts to attain meaningful understanding. In doing so, facts gain significance and can provide valuable insights to our minds. The quote emphasizes the need for deeper analysis and comprehension, going beyond isolated facts to uncover truths that bring genuine knowledge and comprehension to our consciousness.

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Knowledge

By Henry Mayhew

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