A man who leaves home to mend himself and others is a philosopher; but he who goes from country to country, guided by the blind impulse of curiosity, is a vagabond.

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a distinction between someone who travels with a purpose to improve themselves and benefit others (a philosopher), and someone who travels merely out of random curiosity without any intention or direction (a vagabond). It highlights the importance of intention and purpose in one's actions. While the philosopher seeks knowledge and personal growth through traveling, the vagabond is portrayed as wandering aimlessly without any meaningful goal.