Quote by Patrick White

I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt.

I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have lear

Summary

This quote implies that there is a distinction between being taught something and actually learning and retaining it. It suggests that the true essence of knowledge lies in personal comprehension and internalization rather than simply receiving information from external sources. It emphasizes the importance of individual understanding and highlights how forgetfulness can occur when one focuses solely on being taught rather than actively engaging with and applying what they have learned.

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By Patrick White

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