“It is better, of course, to know useless things than to know nothing.”
— Lucius Annaeus Seneca
Simplified Meaning:
Knowing even small, seemingly unimportant details is more valuable than being completely ignorant. For instance, if you know how to make a simple dish like scrambled eggs, you might think it's trivial. But imagine if you knew nothing about cooking at all; you'd struggle to feed yourself if nobody else was around. Similarly, having some knowledge, no matter how insignificant it might seem, gives you a foundation to build on. It can also help you connect with others in unexpected ways. For example, knowing a fun fact about a rare animal might spark a conversation with a new friend who loves wildlife, helping you form a new relationship. So, even if you think the information isn’t immediately useful, it can still come in handy later on or in different contexts.
