Quote by John Dryden

Time, place, and action may with pains be wrought, but genius must be born; and never can be taught.

Time, place, and action may with pains be wrought, but geniu

Summary

This quote suggests that while time, place, and action can be orchestrated with effort and deliberate practice, true genius cannot be taught or acquired. Genius is implied to be something innate, something that one is naturally born with rather than developed through education or training. It highlights the idea that there are certain exceptional qualities and abilities that some individuals possess inherently, whereas others can only cultivate their skills to a lesser extent. Ultimately, it suggests that true genius is a rare and inherent talent that cannot be replicated through learning alone.

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Genius

By John Dryden

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