Acquisition Quote by Roger Scruton
“We should not value education as a means to prosperity, but prosperity as a means to education. Only then will our priorities be right. For education, unlike prosperity is an end in itself. .. power and influence come through the acquisition of useless knowledge. . . irrelevant subjects bring understanding of the human condition, by forcing the student to stand back from it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Politics of Culture, Roger Scruton, 2003
Education should be valued for its own sake, not merely as a path to wealth; true priorities lie in learning itself.
In simple terms: Education is an end, not a means.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize learning over profit.
Themes
education
values
societal priorities
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- curriculum design
- personal development
Key Concepts
intrinsic worth
human condition
Questions to Reflect On
- What does education mean to you beyond career?
- How can societies balance prosperity and learning?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on wealth can corrupt educational goals.
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