Able Quote by Edith Hamilton
“It has always seemed strange to me that in our endless discussions about education so little stress is laid on the pleasure of becoming an educated person, the enormous interest it adds to life. To be able to be caught up into the world of thought-that is to be educated.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Value of Education, 1935
Education should be valued for the joy and enrichment it brings, not merely for practical outcomes; true learning expands one's worldview.
In simple terms: Learning is rewarding beyond just getting a job.
Key Takeaway
Pursue knowledge for its own sake.
Themes
learning
joy
enrichment
intellectual growth
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- lifelong learning
- teaching
- self‑improvement
Key Concepts
humanism
philosophy of education
Questions to Reflect On
- What does learning mean to you?
- How can joy be integrated into formal education?
A Different Perspective
Emphasizing pleasure can overlook the need for practical skills.
