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“When the State wishes to endow an academy or university, it grants it a tract of forest land: one saw represents an academy, a gang, a university.” quote by Henry David Thoreau
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“When the State wishes to endow an academy or university, it grants it a tract of forest land: one saw represents an academy, a gang, a university.”

Henry David Thoreau

About This Quote

State funding for education is likened to allocating forest land, symbolizing the natural growth of institutions.

In simple terms: State gives land to grow schools.

Key Takeaway

Support education with resources.

Themes

education state resources

Mood

optimistic critical

Type

political educational

When to use this quote

  • public schools
  • universities
  • research institutions

Key Concepts

allocation symbolism growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities accompany public funding?
  • How does resource allocation shape learning?
A Different Perspective

State control may limit academic freedom.

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