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Latin Quote by Booker T. Washington

“there is just as much that is interesting, strange, mysterious, and wonderful; just as much to be learned that is edifying broadening, and refining in a cabbage as there is in a page of Latin.” quote by Booker T. Washington
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““there is just as much that is interesting, strange, mysterious, and wonderful; just as much to be learned that is edifying broadening, and refining in a cabbage as there is in a page of Latin.””

Booker T. Washington

About This Quote

Source Speech: Address to the National Association of Colored Women, 1900

Learning is valuable in all forms, from simple to complex subjects.

In simple terms: All learning enriches us.

Key Takeaway

Seek knowledge everywhere.

Themes

education curiosity growth humility

Mood

inquisitive optimistic thoughtful

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • school curricula
  • self‑study
  • community workshops
  • personal reading

Key Concepts

interdisciplinary learning lifelong education

Questions to Reflect On

  • What simple thing have you learned recently?
  • How can you apply everyday knowledge?
A Different Perspective

Not all knowledge is equally applicable to every goal.

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