Quote by Ezra Pound

Real education must ultimately be limited to men who insist on knowing, the rest is mere sheep-herding.


Real education must ultimately be limited to men who insist

Summary

This quote suggests that true education is only accessible to those who have a genuine desire to expand their knowledge. It implies that the majority of people are simply followers and easily led, akin to sheep that need to be herded. The quote advocates for a distinction between individuals who actively seek knowledge and those who passively conform to societal norms. It emphasizes the importance of personal initiative in seeking education and implies that those who are not driven to learn will remain ignorant "sheep."

By Ezra Pound
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