Quote by Herbie Hancock

While knowledge may provide useful point of reference, it cannot become a force to guide the future.

While knowledge may provide useful point of reference, it ca

Summary

This quote suggests that although knowledge can be helpful in providing us with information and perspective, it is insufficient in itself to determine the course of our future actions. The quote implies that other factors, such as personal values, intuition, and experience, are necessary to guide our decisions and shape the path we choose to take. It reminds us that knowledge should not be considered as an ultimate authority, but rather as a valuable tool to be used in conjunction with other aspects of decision-making.

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By Herbie Hancock

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