Quote by John Sterling

The worst education which teaches self-denial, is better than the best which teaches everything else, and not that.

The worst education which teaches self-denial, is better tha

Summary

This quote suggests that it is more important to learn the value of self-denial and self-control than to be educated in all other aspects of life without this virtue. It implies that a person who possesses the ability to deny their immediate desires and make sacrifices for a greater purpose is better off, even if their knowledge in other fields is limited. In essence, this quote argues that self-denial is a fundamental quality that should be prioritized, superseding other forms of education that lack this essential lesson.

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By John Sterling

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