Quote by Chinese Proverb

The palest ink lasts longer than the most retentive memory.

The palest ink lasts longer than the most retentive memory.

Summary

This quote suggests that written records have a greater ability to endure over time than human memory. While memories can fade or become distorted, the act of using ink to write down information provides a more reliable and lasting form of documentation. It emphasizes the importance of preserving knowledge through written records, as they can serve as a more reliable source of information compared to relying solely on memory.

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