Quote by T. S. Eliot

Where is the Life we have lost in living? Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge? Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?

Where is the Life we have lost in living? Where is the wisdo

Summary

This quote by T.S. Eliot questions the meaning and value of the lives we lead in the modern world. Eliot suggests that amidst the hustle and bustle of our day-to-day existence, we have lost touch with the essence of life itself. As we strive for knowledge and accumulate information, he implies that we may have sacrificed wisdom, a deeper understanding of the world and our place in it. It serves as a contemplation on the potential emptiness that can result when we prioritize the accumulation of external information instead of nurturing a meaningful and fulfilling life.

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By T. S. Eliot

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