There is another ground of hope that must not be omitted…
“There is another ground of hope that must not be omitted. Let men but think over their infinite expenditure of understanding, time, and means on matters and pursuits of far less use and value; whereof, if but a small part were directed to sound and solid studies, there is no difficulty that might not be overcome.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Redirecting resources from trivial pursuits to serious study can overcome any difficulty.
In simple terms: Focus on meaningful study to solve problems.
Prioritize solid learning.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic research
- personal development
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What trivial pursuits consume your time?
- How can you allocate resources to learning?
May undervalue creative pursuits.