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Theories are patterns without value. What counts is action
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"Theories are patterns without value. What counts is action"

- Constantin Brancusi

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This quote by Constantin Brancusi speaks to the concept that knowledge and understanding are inadequate to produce significant modification. It is insufficient to merely comprehend the patterns of the world, but rather, it is essential to act in order to cause genuine change. Brancusi is suggesting that theories, or patterns, are not enough to bring about value. It is only through action that we can develop value and make a difference on the planet.

This quote talks to the idea that understanding is not power, but rather, it is action that is powerful. We can comprehend the patterns of the world, but if we do not take action, then our understanding is ineffective. Brancusi is suggesting that we must act in order to cause genuine modification. We must not be content with merely comprehending the patterns of the world, but rather, we need to act in order to create value and make a difference.

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Constantin Brancusi This quote is written / told by Constantin Brancusi between February 19, 1876 and March 16, 1957. He was a famous Sculptor from Romania. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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