The true secret of giving advice is, after you have honestly given it, to be perfectly indifferent whether it is taken or not, and never persist in trying to set people right.
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The newspaper is a greater treasure to the people than uncounted millions of gold.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The value of information provided by newspapers is far more significant than material wealth.
Henry Ward Beecher emphasizes the importance of newspapers as a source of knowledge and enlightenment for society. He suggests that the information, insights, and awareness provided by the press are invaluable and far outweigh the benefits of possessing large amounts of wealth, highlighting the societal role of journalism in informing and empowering citizens.
Themes
NewspaperEducationInformationValueWealth
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of a free press, one might quote this to highlight journalism's role in society.
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