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“There is only one good, knowledge, and one evil, ignorance”

Socrates

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Imagine you’re on a trip and you need a map to find your way. If you have the map (knowledge), you can reach your destination without much trouble. But without the map (ignorance), you might get lost, waste time, or end up where you don’t want to be. Knowledge helps you make better decisions and understand the world around you. For example, if you learn about healthy eating, you can take care of your body and avoid illnesses. On the other hand, not knowing about nutrition might lead you to eat poorly and get sick, which is harmful. So, gaining knowledge is like getting tools to build a better life. Being unaware or not wanting to learn can lead to problems and mistakes. In everyday life, this means always being open to learning new things and understanding that it helps you live better and avoid making bad choices.

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Education Enlightenment Good vs evil Ignorance Intellectual growth Knowledge Morality Philosophy Socrates Wisdom
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