A learned man is not learned in all things; but a…
“A learned man is not learned in all things; but a sufficient man is sufficient throughout, even to ignorance itself.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A truly learned person knows everything; a sufficient person is content even with ignorance.
In simple terms: Being sufficient means accepting ignorance.
Value contentment over exhaustive knowledge.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- self‑improvement
- leadership
- decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it enough to know?
- How does humility aid growth?
May discourage pursuit of deeper learning.