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Science gives us knowledge, but only philosophy can give us wisdom
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"Science gives us knowledge, but only philosophy can give us wisdom"

- Will Durant

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This quote by Will Durant speaks with the power of viewpoint in our lives. Science offers us understanding, which is the build-up of realities and data. However approach surpasses understanding and helps us to comprehend the significance of life and our place worldwide. It helps us to believe seriously and to understand the world around us. Approach can help us to develop our own worths and beliefs, and to make decisions based upon our own understanding of the world. It can help us to find our own fact and to live a life of purpose and meaning. Philosophy can help us to find wisdom, which is the ability to make smart decisions and to live a life of integrity. Simply put, science offers us knowledge, but only philosophy can give us knowledge.

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Will Durant This quote is written / told by Will Durant between November 5, 1885 and November 7, 1981. He was a famous Historian from USA. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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