Cowardice Quote by Yevgeny Zamyatin
“Knowledge! What does that mean? Your knowledge is nothing but cowardice. No, really, that's all it is. You just want to put a little wall around infinity. And you're afraid to look on the other side of that wall.”
About This Quote
A critique that knowledge can become a barrier, turning into fear and limiting exploration.
In simple terms: Knowledge can become a fearful barrier.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and curiosity beyond knowledge.
Themes
knowledge
fear
limits
exploration
curiosity
Mood
skeptical
thoughtful
philosophical
Type
analytical
inquisitive
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal growth
- creative problem solving
Key Concepts
epistemology
psychology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What walls does your knowledge create?
- How can you confront the unknown fearlessly?
A Different Perspective
Knowledge alone may not lead to wisdom without openness.
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![“[D]on't grow old. With age comes caution, which is another name for cowardice… Whatever else you do in life, don't cultivate a conscience. Without a conscience a man may never be said to grow old. This is an age of very old young men.” quote by Hesketh Pearson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/076/hesketh-pearson-35291_age_d-on-t-grow-old-with-age-comes-caution-w_14010.jpg)
