Quotation by

Alexander Pope

The learned is happy, nature to explore The fool is happy, that he knows no more.

Nature

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A knowledgeable person finds joy in discovering and understanding the natural world, appreciating its complexity. In contrast, a foolish person is content with ignorance, unaware of what they are missing by not seeking deeper knowledge.

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Nature says women are human beings, men have made religions to deny it. Nature says women are human beings, men cry out no!

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