It is wrong for a man to say that he is certain of the objective truth of any proposition unless he can produce evidence which logically justifies that certainty.
Thomas HuxleyRead
Patience and tenacity are worth more than twice their weight of cleverness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Patience and determination are more valuable than intelligence alone.
In this quote, Thomas Huxley emphasizes the importance of being patient and persistent, suggesting that these qualities can lead to greater success than mere cleverness. While intelligence is important, it is often through perseverance and the ability to endure challenges that one achieves significant accomplishments.
Themes
PatienceTenacityClevernessSuccessPerseverance
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech to encourage students not to give up on their studies.
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