Quote by Albert Einstein

The real difficulty, the difficulty which has baffled the sages of all times, is rather this: how can we make our teaching so potent in the motional life of man, that its influence should withstand the pressure of the elemental psychic forces in the individual?

The real difficulty, the difficulty which has baffled the sa

Summary

This quote highlights the challenge faced by teachers throughout history - how to impart knowledge and wisdom in a way that has a lasting impact on individuals. The author suggests that the true difficulty lies in ensuring that the teachings remain influential and resistant to the powerful emotional and instinctual forces within each person. In other words, it questions how to make education and guidance strong enough to withstand the pressures of human emotions and primal impulses.

By Albert Einstein

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