Learn of the skillful; he that teaches himself, has a fool…
“Learn of the skillful; he that teaches himself, has a fool for his master.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Teaching oneself is wiser than relying on a possibly incompetent teacher
In simple terms: Learning on your own is better than a bad teacher
Cultivate self‑directed learning skills
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- self‑study
- online courses
- skill workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What subjects are you teaching yourself?
- How do you verify the quality of your self‑education?
Self‑learning may lack guidance and feedback