The moment knowledge ceases to be an end in itself-its realization of The Idea or the emancipation of men-it's transmission is no longer the exclusive responsibility of scholars and students. (Jean-François Lyotard)

The moment knowledge ceases to be an end in itself-its realization of The Idea or the emancipation of men-it's transmission is no longer the exclusive responsibility of scholars and students.

Jean-François Lyotard

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