Children Quote by Quintilian
“Minds that are stupid and incapable of science are in the order of nature to be regarded as monsters and other extraordinary phenomena; minds of this sort are rare. Hence I conclude that there are great resources to be found in children, which are suffered to vanish with their years. It is evident, therefore, that it is not of nature, but of our own negligence, we ought to complain.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Institutio Oratoria by Quintilian, 1st c. AD
Children possess innate curiosity and potential that society often neglects, leading to loss of valuable insight.
In simple terms: Children have natural talent that is wasted.
Key Takeaway
Nurture children's curiosity early.
Themes
education
potential
neglect
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- schools
- parenting
- policy making
- community programs
Key Concepts
development
innate curiosity
societal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions protect and develop children's natural abilities?
- What barriers prevent us from valuing youthful insight?
A Different Perspective
Neglect can be due to systemic constraints, not just individual negligence.
