Quote by Helen Keller

Toleration is the greatest gift of the mind; it requires the same effort of the brain that it takes to balance oneself on a bicycle.

Toleration is the greatest gift of the mind; it requires the

Summary

This quote suggests that toleration, the ability to accept and coexist with differing opinions, is a valuable quality that stems from intellectual capability. It implies that being tolerant requires mental agility and balance, similar to the physical effort required to stay upright on a bicycle. It emphasizes that true tolerance necessitates active engagement of the brain to maintain equilibrium and avoid falling into the extremes of narrow-mindedness or intolerance.

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Tolerance

By Helen Keller

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