The key to wisdom is this - constant and frequent questioning, for by doubting we are led to question and by questioning we arrive at the truth. (Peter Abelard)

The key to wisdom is this - constant and frequent questioning, for by doubting we are led to question and by questioning we arrive at the truth.

Peter Abelard

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