Olivia Manning... freedom is the knowledge of necessity and there is no wealth but life. When you understand that you understand everything.
About This Quote
Thomas Paine said: “... freedom is the knowledge of necessity and there is no wealth but life. When you understand that you understand everything.” In this quote, he was speaking about the importance of knowing one's place in the world and understanding that everything comes from within. The mind has such power, and when we comprehend our place in the world, we become powerful. Paine was speaking about the power of knowledge, which is what makes possible all economic growth.
Source: The Great Fortune
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