Page-56 Quote by Anonymous
““Only that saner selfishness, which Education teaches men, can find the rights of all in the whirl of work.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Economist, 1910
Suggests that self‑interest taught by education can lead to collective benefit through work
In simple terms: Self‑interest guided by learning can serve the common good
Key Takeaway
Channel personal ambition toward societal progress
Themes
ethics
economics
education
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- policy making
- business leadership
- community projects
- educational reform
Key Concepts
altruistic self‑interest
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How can education balance self‑interest with communal welfare?
- What policies foster this balance?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on self‑interest may ignore equity concerns
