Education Quote by Anonymous
““... for you will never, I trust, disconnect what you may yourselves be learning from the hope and prospect of being enabled thereby to teach others more effectually. If you do, and your studies in this way become a selfish thing, if you are content to leave them barren of all profit to others, of this you may be sure, that in the end they will prove not less barren of profit to yourselves. In one noble line Chaucer has characterized the true scholar:- "And gladly would he learn and gladly teach." Resolve that in the spirit of this line you will work and live.””
About This Quote
The quote urges scholars to share knowledge, warning that selfish learning yields no benefit to self or others.
In simple terms: Share what you learn; selfishness wastes knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Teach and learn together.
Themes
education
generosity
self‑improvement
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- teaching
- research
- mentoring
- academic collaboration
Key Concepts
knowledge sharing
altruism
scholarship
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make your studies benefit others?
- What does “gladly teach” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Self‑interest can limit impact and personal growth.
