Philosophy when superficially studied, excites doubt, when thoroughly explored, it dispels it.

Francis Bacon
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This quote from Confucius is a perfect example of a quote that is a bit misleading. This quote is often used in reference to the idea that the most important thing in life is to think about things deeply. The problem with this is that it makes it seem like philosophy is something that takes a long time to study and think about, and so it’s not something you can just jump into and expect to learn quickly. However, even if philosophy isn’t something you can just dive into, it doesn’t mean that the information isn’t useful or interesting.

In this case, Confucius was saying that philosophy can be an exciting and thought-provoking pursuit for those who take the time to study it. It can be a way for people to get deeper insight into their lives and their surroundings.

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