True Wisdom and Essential Knowledge

Russian writer, thinker, and philosopher, known for his critical social analysis.

This quote by Leo Tolstoi encourages us to distinguish between essential knowledge and unnecessary information.

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Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) was a Russian writer, philosopher, and social reformer, famous for his novels like "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina." He also engaged politically and ethically, rejecting violence and advocating for pacifism.

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