Eraldo BanovacSuperficial knowledge is potentially more dangerous than ignorance. It gives a false sense of security encouraging an ignorant man to persevere in his efforts that can result in huge damage.
About This Quote
As mentioned earlier, superficial knowledge can be dangerous. If you learn a lot about a subject and never take the time to fully understand it, you might make a mistake and cause damage. This quote is actually a quote from the book “The Art of War” by Sun Tzu. It is true that ignorance can be dangerous, but superficial knowledge can be just as dangerous, especially when the person is not prepared to use it properly. This is why it is important to always keep learning and never stop improving yourself as an individual.
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