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“What? Was man made a wheel-work to wind up, And be discharged, and straight wound up anew? No! grown, his growth lasts; taught, he ne'er forgets: May learn a thousand things, not twice the same.” quote by Robert Browning
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“What? Was man made a wheel-work to wind up, And be discharged, and straight wound up anew? No! grown, his growth lasts; taught, he ne'er forgets: May learn a thousand things, not twice the same.”

Robert Browning

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Labyrinth” (1845)

Man’s growth is continuous, learning many things, not repeating the same lessons.

In simple terms: Never stop learning anew.

Key Takeaway

Embrace lifelong learning.

Themes

growth learning experience

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • personal development
  • creative pursuits

Key Concepts

education philosophy human development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new skill will you pursue?
  • How do you avoid repeating mistakes?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize growth.

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