"He most honors my style who learns under it to destroy the teacher"
- Walt Whitman
About this Quote
This quote by Walt Whitman invites us to analyze the nature of knowing and development. The phrase "He most honors my style" suggests that the highest form of regard towards the teacher lies not in emulating their design exactly, however in comprehending it deeply. The quote suggests that true honor is found in going beyond the teacher's achievements, even going as far as to "destroy" their impact. In essence, it highlights the value of independent idea and establishing one's own distinct design. It motivates students to use their acquired understanding as a foundation upon which they can build something new and pioneering, eventually expanding upon the tradition of the instructor.
This quote is written / told by Walt Whitman between May 31, 1819 and March 26, 1892. He was a famous Poet from USA.
The author also have 64 other quotes.
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