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“I was born in 1940 in Hathazari, Chittagong, which is now part of Bangladesh. Education was always important to my parents, and with what little we had, they were able to provide an education for their children.” quote by Muhammad Yunus
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“I was born in 1940 in Hathazari, Chittagong, which is now part of Bangladesh. Education was always important to my parents, and with what little we had, they were able to provide an education for their children.”

Muhammad Yunus

About This Quote

Source Autobiography: Banker to Billionaire, 2007

Education, despite limited resources, was a priority for his family, shaping his future success.

In simple terms: Education mattered even with little means.

Key Takeaway

Invest in learning despite scarcity.

Themes

poverty education determination

Mood

reflective hopeful determined

Type

biographical motivational

When to use this quote

  • rural schooling
  • family support
  • early career choices

Key Concepts

social entrepreneurship self‑help

Questions to Reflect On

  • What sacrifices enable education?
  • How can communities support learning?
A Different Perspective

Resources may limit access to education.

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