Dilettante Quote by Cees Nooteboom
““Omnivore, omnifume, omniboit, omnivoit. Ne znaš odabrati, to je uvijek nedostatak izvrsnosti. Zato si ti svaštar. To je netko kome je sve lijepo. Život je za takve prekratak. Condition humaine to ne dopušta. Doista lijepim možeš smatrati samo ono u što se stvarno razumiješ. Onaj koji ne odabire, zaglavit će. Nemar, nedostatak pažnje, bez pravog razumijevanja ičega, prljava strana dilentatizma. Druga polovina dvadesetog stoljeća. Više šansi za sve. Više ljudi zna manje o više stvari. Širenje znanja na što široj razini. Tko se želi klizati, propada kroz led.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 2020, Czech Republic
The quote warns that lacking focus and depth leads to mediocrity; true excellence requires choosing and mastering a path.
In simple terms: Choosing and mastering a path leads to excellence.
Key Takeaway
Focus on depth, not breadth.
Themes
focus
mastery
excellence
choice
mediocrity
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- academic study
- skill development
- personal growth
- knowledge sharing
Key Concepts
specialization
depth vs breadth
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- What area could you deepen your expertise?
- How does focus affect your sense of excellence?
A Different Perspective
Broad, shallow knowledge can hinder true mastery.
