Quote by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps

A great idea is usually original to more than one discoverer. Great ideas come when the world needs them. Great ideas surround the world's ignorance and press for admission.

A great idea is usually original to more than one discoverer

Summary

This quote suggests that great ideas are not exclusive to a single individual, but often arise independently among various discoverers. It emphasizes that these ideas arise when the world is in need of them, highlighting their relevance and impact. The quote further implies that great ideas challenge the prevailing ignorance or lack of understanding in society, persistently seeking recognition and acceptance. Overall, it underscores the collaborative and timely nature of significant innovations and the role they play in shaping the world.

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Ideas

By Elizabeth Stuart Phelps

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