Care Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“Want of care does us more damage than want of knowledge”
About This Quote
Source Letter to a Friend, 1749
Neglecting care harms more than lacking knowledge; compassion is essential.
In simple terms: Care outweighs knowledge in preventing damage.
Prioritize caring actions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- patient care
- education
- community service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate care into your expertise?
- When does knowledge become harmful without compassion?
Knowledge without care can be cold.