Quote by Aleister Crowley

To read a newspaper is to refrain from reading something worth while. The first discipline of education must therefore be to refuse resolutely to feed the mind with canned chatter.

To read a newspaper is to refrain from reading something wor

Summary

This quote suggests that reading newspapers is a waste of time because they often contain trivial or superficial information. It argues that true education begins by rejecting such mindless consumption and actively seeking out more meaningful sources of knowledge. By avoiding "canned chatter," individuals can cultivate a disciplined approach to learning, focusing on valuable and worthwhile information instead.

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By Aleister Crowley

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