Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

The study and knowledge of the universe would somehow be lame and defective were no practical results to follow.

The study and knowledge of the universe would somehow be lam

Summary

The quote suggests that the pursuit of understanding the universe becomes lacking and incomplete if there are no tangible and useful outcomes resulting from it. It implies that knowledge of the universe is most valuable when it leads to practical benefits or applications. Just studying for the sake of knowledge alone is seen as insufficient, as the true importance and fulfillment lie in the practical fruits of that study.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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