Intelligence Quote by Aristotle
“The intelligence consists not only in the knowledge but also in the skill to apply the knowledge into practice.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Nicomachean Ethics, 350 BC
Intelligence includes knowledge and the ability to apply it practically.
In simple terms: Knowledge plus practical skill.
Key Takeaway
Apply what you know.
Themes
wisdom
practicality
learning
Mood
instructive
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- workplace
- education
- problem solving
Key Concepts
practical intelligence
applied knowledge
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you turn learning into action?
- What prevents you from applying knowledge?
A Different Perspective
Knowledge alone is insufficient without action.
![“[Practical intelligence is] practical in nature: that is, it's now knowledge for its own sake. It's knowledge that helps you read situations correctly and get what you want.” quote by Malcolm Gladwell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/514/malcolm-gladwell-348_intelligence_practical-intelligence-is-practical-in-n_2409365.jpg)
