Do not be guilty of possessing a library of learned books while lacking learning yourself.
In plain words
Owning lots of books is not the same as reading them.
Where these words come from
- 82% sureThese words were traced back to where they first appeared. That source is listed below.
- Letter to Christian Northoff, 1497; Wikiquote sourced Letters section.
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ConfuciusNature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.Lao TzuIn the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.Sun TzuThe wound is the place where the light enters you.RumiYou have power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.Marcus AureliusWaste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.Marcus Aurelius