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“What we're really sending you to Harvard for is to get a little of the educations that's so good and plenty there. When it's passed around you don't want to be bashful, but reach right out and take a big helping every time, for I want you to get your share. You;ll find that education's about the…” quote by George Horace Lorimer
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““What we're really sending you to Harvard for is to get a little of the educations that's so good and plenty there. When it's passed around you don't want to be bashful, but reach right out and take a big helping every time, for I want you to get your share. You;ll find that education's about the only thing lying around loose in this world, and that it's about the only things a fellow can have as much of as he's willing to haul away.””

George Horace Lorimer

About This Quote

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

Education is a shared resource; the more you give and receive, the richer the collective knowledge becomes.

In simple terms: Education is a shared resource that grows when shared.

Key Takeaway

Give and take knowledge generously.

Themes

education community generosity

Mood

optimistic thoughtful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • classroom discussions
  • mentorship programs
  • public lectures

Key Concepts

knowledge exchange social capital

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you contribute to shared learning?
  • What barriers exist to knowledge exchange?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone has equal access to education.

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