Compassion Quote by Maya Angelou
““My mother said I must always be intolerant of ignorance but understanding of illiteracy. That some people, unable to go to school, were more intelligent and more educated than college professors.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Power of Literacy, NPR, 2015
Intelligence isn’t limited to formal education; those without schooling can surpass academics.
In simple terms: Ignorance vs. illiteracy; knowledge isn’t only in schools.
Key Takeaway
Value diverse forms of knowledge.
Themes
education
intelligence
social inequality
Mood
inspirational
thought‑provoking
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- teaching
- community outreach
- policy making
Key Concepts
informal learning
cognitive diversity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we honor non‑formal knowledge?
- What biases exist in valuing formal education?
A Different Perspective
Not all educated people are wise.
