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It aint ignorance that causes all the trouble in this world. Its the things people know that aint so
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"It ain't ignorance that causes all the trouble in this world. It's the things people know that ain't so"

- Edwin Armstrong

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This quote by Edwin Armstrong talks to the power of knowledge and how it can be used for both great and bad. He is suggesting that it is not lack of knowledge that is the root of all evil, but rather the things that individuals believe they understand that are really incorrect. This suggests that understanding can be a double-edged sword, as it can be used to develop favorable modification, however it can also be utilized to spread out false information and cause damage. Armstrong is alerting us to be cautious with the knowledge we possess and to make sure that it is accurate and dependable prior to we utilize it to make decisions or do something about it. He is also suggesting that we ought to be open to learning brand-new things and to questioning our own beliefs in order to prevent making mistakes based upon false info.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Edwin Armstrong between December 18, 1890 and January 31, 1954. He/she was a famous Inventor from USA. The author also have 1 other quotes.

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