Quote by Maimonides

Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.

Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to

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This quote emphasizes the importance of teaching someone a skill rather than providing them with a temporary solution. Giving someone a fish may fulfill their immediate need for food, but teaching them how to fish empowers them with the ability to sustain themselves over a longer period of time. It encourages the idea of self-sufficiency and highlights the value of education and acquiring skills that can benefit individuals in the long term.

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