In mathematics he was greater
Than Tycho Brahe, or Erra Pater;
For he, by geometric scale,
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In mathematics he was greater
Than Tycho Brahe, or Erra Pater;
For he, by geometric scale,
Could take the size of pots of ale.

The difference between what the most and the least learned people know is inexpressibly trivial in relation to that which read more

The difference between what the most and the least learned people know is inexpressibly trivial in relation to that which is unknown.

Knowing when to leave may be the smartest thing anyone can learn.

Knowing when to leave may be the smartest thing anyone can learn.

I am always ready to learn although I do not always like to be taught.

I am always ready to learn although I do not always like to be taught.

Do you know the difference between education and experience? Education is when you read the fine print. Experience is what read more

Do you know the difference between education and experience? Education is when you read the fine print. Experience is what you get when you don't.

The wind which snuffs the candle fans the fire.

The wind which snuffs the candle fans the fire.

I've known countless people who were reservoirs of learning, yet never had a thought.

I've known countless people who were reservoirs of learning, yet never had a thought.

While we teach, we learn.

While we teach, we learn.

Power corrupts. Knowledge is power. Study hard. Be evil.

Power corrupts. Knowledge is power. Study hard. Be evil.