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"The wise are above books"

- Samuel Daniel

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This quote by Samuel Daniel suggests that knowledge is not something that can be obtained solely through books. It indicates that knowledge and understanding can be gained through experience and life lessons, rather than entirely through reading. It suggests that knowledge is something that is earned through life experiences, which books can just supply a minimal amount of understanding. It implies that knowledge is something that is acquired through personal development and advancement, which books can only provide a restricted amount of insight. It also recommends that knowledge is something that is acquired through reflection and reflection, which books can just provide a restricted quantity of understanding. Eventually, this quote suggests that wisdom is something that is gained through life experiences, which books can only supply a restricted quantity of knowledge.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Samuel Daniel between January 14, 1562 and October 14, 1619. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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