Quote by Chinese Proverb

Those who do not study are only cattle dressed up in men's clothes.

Those who do not study are only cattle dressed up in men's c

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who do not dedicate their time and effort to learning and acquiring knowledge are essentially no different from mindless animals. By likening them to "cattle," it portrays the notion that people who neglect education and intellectual growth are merely superficial, lacking substance, and unable to fully fulfill their potential. Essentially, this quote serves as a reminder of the importance of continuous learning and its transformative power in making us more aware, knowledgeable, and fully human.

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