Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

Many a man fails to become a thinker only because his memory is too good.

Many a man fails to become a thinker only because his memory

Summary

This quote suggests that a person's exceptional memory can sometimes hinder their ability to think deeply. This is because relying solely on memorization may discourage critical thinking and creativity. Instead of exploring new ideas and concepts, individuals with strong memory may be focused on recalling existing knowledge. Consequently, they may fail to develop as thinkers as they are not challenging or expanding their understanding beyond what they have already memorized.

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By Friedrich Nietzsche

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