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“Knowing things will not harm you. Doing them is a different matter. What you know will be a protection. What you do ruins - if it is wrong.” quote by Gene Stratton-Porter
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““Knowing things will not harm you. Doing them is a different matter. What you know will be a protection. What you do ruins - if it is wrong.””

Gene Stratton-Porter

About This Quote

Source Novel: Freckles by Gene Stratton Porter, 1904

Knowledge protects, but actions can cause harm; knowing isn’t enough without wise deeds.

In simple terms: Knowing protects, but actions can hurt.

Key Takeaway

Align deeds with knowledge.

Themes

ethics action knowledge

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

advisory philosophical

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • leadership
  • personal conduct

Key Concepts

responsibility consequence integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure your actions match your knowledge?
  • When should you doubt what you know?
A Different Perspective

Knowledge without action is ineffective.

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