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“Better untaught than ill-taught.” quote by Grenville Kleiser
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“Better untaught than ill-taught.”

Grenville Kleiser

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Living, 1915

Being untrained (untaught) is preferable to being misinformed (ill‑taught), as false knowledge can cause greater harm than ignorance.

In simple terms: Better to know nothing than to know something wrong.

Key Takeaway

Seek accurate knowledge before forming opinions.

Themes

education knowledge misinformation learning wisdom

Mood

cautious inquisitive pragmatic

Type

educational advisory

When to use this quote

  • studying
  • research
  • professional development
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

critical thinking self‑education information literacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you verify the information you receive?
  • What steps can you take to avoid misinformation?
A Different Perspective

Ill‑taught individuals may act confidently on false premises, leading to dangerous outcomes.

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