It is impossible to make people understand their ignorance, for it requires knowledge to perceive it and, therefore, he that can perceive it hath it not. less than 1 minute read
I would rather excel others in the knowledge of what is excellent than in the extent of my powers and dominion. less than 1 minute read
In conversation, humor is worth more than wit and easiness more than knowledge. less than 1 minute read
Take from the philosopher the pleasure of being heard and his desire for knowledge ceases. less than 1 minute read
We do not need to be shoemakers to know if our shoes fit, and just as little have we any need to be professionals to acquire knowledge of matters of universal interest. less than 1 minute read
In our life there is a single color, as on an artist’s palette, which provides the meaning of life and art. It is the color of love. less than 1 minute read
