“Genius without education is like silver in the mine.”

Simplified Meaning:

Imagine you have a precious metal, like silver, hidden deep underground. As long as it's buried, it doesn’t have any real value because no one can see or use it. It's the same with a person who is very smart or talented but doesn't have the chance to go to school or learn new things. Just having natural talent isn’t enough; you need to develop it through learning and education. Think about a person who is a naturally gifted artist. If they never learn techniques or understand different styles, their talent might never be fully realized or appreciated. Education helps people refine their abilities and make the most out of their natural gifts. To truly benefit from your potential, you need to uncover and develop it, much like how silver needs to be mined, processed, and crafted into something valuable. So if you have a talent, find ways to learn more, practice, and improve, turning your natural ability into something amazing.