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True education flowers at the point when delight falls in love with responsibility
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"True education flowers at the point when delight falls in love with responsibility"

- Philip Pullman

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This quote by Philip Pullman talks to the value of discovering joy in knowing and taking obligation for one's education. Real education is not just about memorizing facts and figures, however rather about developing an enthusiasm for finding out and taking ownership of one's own education. When a person discovers delight in knowing and takes duty for their own education, they are able to reach their full potential. Education is not just about passing tests and getting good grades, however rather about establishing a love of knowing and taking responsibility for one's own education. When a person finds pleasure in learning and takes responsibility for their own education, they have the ability to reach their complete capacity and end up being a well-rounded individual.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Philip Pullman somewhere between October 19, 1946 and today. He/she was a famous Writer from United Kingdom. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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