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Juvenal

All wish to possess knowledge, but few, comparatively speaking, are willing to pay the price.

Knowledge

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Many people want to have knowledge, but only a small number are ready to put in the necessary effort and sacrifices to gain it. This highlights that acquiring knowledge requires dedication and hard work, which most are unwilling to commit to.

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