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Education Quote by Louis L'Amour

“If I were asked what education should give, I would say it should offer breadth of view, ease of understanding, tolerance for others, and a background from which the mind can explore in any direction. Education should provide the tools for a widening and deepening of life, for increased…” quote by Louis L'Amour
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““If I were asked what education should give, I would say it should offer breadth of view, ease of understanding, tolerance for others, and a background from which the mind can explore in any direction. Education should provide the tools for a widening and deepening of life, for increased appreciation of all one sees or experiences. It should equip a person to live life well, to understand what is happening about him.””

Louis L'Amour

About This Quote

Source Book: Education and Life, 1975

Education must broaden perspective, simplify learning, foster tolerance, and give tools for lifelong exploration and appreciation.

In simple terms: Education should broaden view and give tools for life.

Key Takeaway

Seek diverse learning and apply it broadly.

Themes

education growth tolerance exploration

Mood

inspired thoughtful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • school curricula
  • personal development
  • career planning
  • community dialogue

Key Concepts

Lifelong learning critical thinking empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance depth and breadth in learning?
  • What tools do you need to explore new ideas?
A Different Perspective

May overlook practical skills in favor of breadth.

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