Quote by Herbert Spencer

When a man's knowledge is not in order, the more of it he has, the greater will be his confusion.

When a man's knowledge is not in order, the more of it he ha

Summary

This quote suggests that possessing vast knowledge without organizing and structuring it properly can lead to a state of confusion. It implies that simply accumulating knowledge does not inherently lead to clarity or understanding. Instead, if knowledge is not well-arranged or structured in one's mind, it becomes overwhelming and difficult to comprehend. Thus, the quote emphasizes the importance of organizing and categorizing knowledge to ensure it can be effectively utilized and to prevent being overwhelmed by its abundance.

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Confusion

By Herbert Spencer

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