Quote by Abigail Adams

Learning is not attained by chance. It must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence.

Learning is not attained by chance. It must be sought for wi

Summary

This quote asserts that learning is not a passive process that happens by luck or coincidence. Instead, it emphasizes that learning requires active effort and dedication. It suggests that one must actively seek out knowledge with enthusiasm, and then commit to applying oneself diligently to the learning process. In other words, learning is a deliberate choice and requires a proactive approach to acquire and retain knowledge.

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By Abigail Adams

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