Quote by Chandler Burr, The Emperor of Sc

Metaphor is the currency of knowledge. I have spent my life learning incredible amounts of disparate, disconnected, obscure, useless pieces of knowledge, and they have turned out to be, almost all of them, extremely useful.

Metaphor is the currency of knowledge. I have spent my life

Summary

This quote suggests that metaphor, or the use of comparisons and symbolism, is crucial for deepening our understanding and acquiring knowledge. The speaker implies that they have dedicated their life to amassing a wealth of diverse and seemingly insignificant information. However, they have come to appreciate that these fragments of knowledge, often unrelated and unconventional, have proven to be remarkably valuable in various contexts. By using metaphors, they have been able to connect seemingly unrelated concepts and draw meaningful insights, highlighting the importance of metaphor as a powerful tool for learning and comprehending complex ideas.

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By Chandler Burr, The Emperor of Sc

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