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Originally Posted by samsara4
In the east, it is often said that Avidya (ignorance) is the root of all perceived problems. It is also said that "He who says he knows, knows not. He who says he knows not, knows."
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That's sage advice, but where exactly does that quote come from? Branching off from this, I've also heard it said that Socrates (quite rightly) claimed that admitting ones' initial lack of knowledge is one of the first, best steps towards the pursuit of wisdom.