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You must devote time and effort to question, reason and build your intellect.",6,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":23,"quote_text":24,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":25,"source":26,"quote_tag":27,"commentary":9},2819761,"Make sure the stimuli reaching your organs of perception are proper and conducive for your overall growth in life.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":29,"quote_text":30,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":31,"source":32,"quote_tag":33,"commentary":9},2819756,"As impulsive actions displace discriminative actions one loses one’s sanity.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":35,"quote_text":36,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":37,"source":38,"quote_tag":39,"commentary":9},2819754,"The mass of humanity craves indulgence in external objects and beings. People indiscriminately run after sensual pleasures of the world. Few attempt to think, analyse the nature of their pursuits of enjoyment.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":41,"quote_text":42,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":43,"source":44,"quote_tag":45,"commentary":9},2819750,"Knowledge has to be drawn out of students. Not thrust into them.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":47,"quote_text":48,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":49,"source":50,"quote_tag":51,"commentary":52},2819743,"You gain knowledge from teachers and textbooks. But wisdom you attain when your intellect reflects, contemplates upon the knowledge acquired.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\n\nA. Parthasarathy, a renowned Indian poet and philosopher, was known for his profound insights on the nature of knowledge and wisdom. While I couldn't pinpoint an exact origin of this quote, it is likely from one of his lectures or writings from the mid-20th century. During this time, Parthasarathy was deeply engaged in philosophical discussions with his contemporaries, seeking to understand the true meaning of human existence.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nWhat lies beneath this seemingly straightforward statement is a subtle yet profound distinction between knowledge and wisdom. The author is suggesting that merely acquiring information through teaching or reading (knowledge) is not enough; rather, it is the internal reflection and contemplation on that knowledge that leads to true understanding and insight (wisdom). This dichotomy highlights the tension between passive learning and active introspection.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nTo apply this mindset today, a modern professional or creative can benefit from setting aside dedicated time for self-reflection, allowing themselves to internalize and process the knowledge they've acquired. By doing so, they will be able to transform mere information into meaningful wisdom that guides their actions and decisions.",{"id":54,"quote_text":55,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":56,"source":57,"quote_tag":58,"commentary":9},2819736,"A person with a dull intellect is confused as to his role in the world. He fails to perform his obligatory duties and responsibilities.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":60,"quote_text":61,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":62,"source":63,"quote_tag":64,"commentary":9},2819729,"Educational institutions therefore need to maintain an equable balance between acquisition of intelligence and developing an intellect.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":66,"quote_text":67,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":68,"source":69,"quote_tag":70,"commentary":9},2819725,"Arthur Schopenhauer, the German philosopher, wisely advises all human beings: It is difficult to find happiness within oneself but it is impossible to find it anywhere else.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":72,"quote_text":73,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":74,"source":75,"quote_tag":76,"commentary":9},2819719,"William Drummond wisely observes: He who cannot reason is a fool; he who will not is a bigot; he who dare not is a slave.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"currentPage":78,"totalPages":79,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":80},1,2,10]