Quote by Edmund Burke

To read without reflecting is like eating without digesting.

To read without reflecting is like eating without digesting.

Summary

This quote suggests that simply reading without taking the time to pause and contemplate the content is reminiscent of consuming food without properly digesting it. Just as the body needs time to break down and absorb nutrients, the mind benefits from reflection and introspection after reading. Merely going through the motions of reading without reflecting on what is being read can lead to shallow understanding and limited growth. Deep comprehension requires actively engaging with and making sense of what one reads.

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By Edmund Burke

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