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“I know of nothing so pleasant to the mind, as the discovery of anything which is at once new and valuable--nothing which so lightens and sweetens toil, as the hopeful pursuit of such discovery.” quote by Abraham Lincoln
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““I know of nothing so pleasant to the mind, as the discovery of anything which is at once new and valuable--nothing which so lightens and sweetens toil, as the hopeful pursuit of such discovery.””

Abraham Lincoln

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Discovering new, valuable knowledge lightens work and fuels hopeful pursuit.

In simple terms: New valuable discoveries make work pleasant.

Key Takeaway

Pursue fresh, valuable insights.

Themes

innovation hope intellectual curiosity

Mood

optimistic inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • Research labs
  • entrepreneurship
  • education reform

Key Concepts

Philosophy of science human progress

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new knowledge excites you?
  • How can you apply it?
A Different Perspective

Not all discoveries are immediately valuable.

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