Quote by Agnes Repplier

It is not what we learn in conversation that enriches us. It is the elation that comes of swift contact with tingling currents of thought.

It is not what we learn in conversation that enriches us. It

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This quote suggests that the true value of conversation lies not in the mere exchange of information, but in the exhilarating experience of engaging with dynamic and stimulating ideas. Rather than focusing solely on the accumulation of knowledge, it highlights the importance of embracing the intellectual and emotional impact that thought-provoking conversations can have on us. The quote emphasizes that it is the stimulating and vibrant nature of engrossing discussions that truly enriches our lives and sparks a sense of elation within us.

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