Quote by Alec Bourne

It is possible to store the mind with a million facts and still be entirely uneducated.

It is possible to store the mind with a million facts and st

Summary

This quote emphasizes that being educated goes beyond simply accumulating knowledge or facts. It suggests that true education is not about memorization or the acquisition of information alone, but rather about critical thinking, analysis, and the application of knowledge in a meaningful way. In this context, the quote suggests that one can possess a great deal of information but fail to truly understand or utilize it effectively, thus rendering them uneducated in the broader sense.

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By Alec Bourne

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