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Men may be spoiled by education, even as they are spoiled by illiteracy. Education is the preparation of the mind for fu
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"Men may be spoiled by education, even as they are spoiled by illiteracy. Education is the preparation of the mind for future work, hence men should be educated with special reference to the work"

- Timothy Thomas Fortune

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This quote by Timothy Thomas Fortune recommends that education can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, education can be helpful in preparing the mind for future work, however on the other hand, it can likewise lead to people becoming ruined. This is since education can provide people an incorrect sense of supremacy, making them think they are much better than others. It can likewise cause people becoming too reliant on their education, rather of depending on their own skills and abilities. Education ought to be used to help individuals become better gotten ready for the work they will carry out in the future, not to give them a false sense of superiority. Education should be used to assist people end up being more knowledgeable and experienced, not to make them feel superior to others.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Timothy Thomas Fortune between October 3, 1856 and June 2, 1928. He/she was a famous Writer from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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