Consequently the student who is devoid of talent will derive no more profit from this work than barren soil from a treatise on agriculture.
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As regards parents, I should like to see them as highly educated as possible, and I do not restrict this remark to fathers alone.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Parents should strive for high levels of education, emphasizing the importance of learning for both mothers and fathers.
Quintilian advocates for the education of parents, suggesting that both fathers and mothers should pursue knowledge and learning. He emphasizes that educated parents are better equipped to raise children and contribute positively to society, highlighting the fundamental role of education in family dynamics and child development.
Themes
ParentsEducationKnowledgeLearningFamily
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on parental involvement in education, this quote can be used to emphasize the role of educated parents.
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