Proverb – Knowledge is power.
Knowledge, information and education give you the ability to make good decisions, solve problems and succeed. People who have information – and know how to use it – have an advantage in business, politics, education and everyday life.
Where Does It Come From?
The idea is usually linked to the English philosopher Sir Francis Bacon, who wrote ipsa scientia potestas est (“knowledge itself is power”) in 1597. The more familiar Latin form, scientia potentia est, appears later in the writing of Thomas Hobbes, who worked for Bacon as a young man.
Examples:
- “If you want to succeed in business, you need to know your industry and your competitors. Knowledge is power.“
- “I’ve been studying house prices in this area and I’ve learnt how to negotiate. Knowledge is power!“
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Spotted in the newsKnowledge is power when it comes to healthdurangoherald.comWhat is a proverb?
A proverb is short, useful and well known expression. A proverb will state a general or obvious truth or a useful piece of advice. A proverb might teach you how to have a good life. A proverb may teach you to be healthy or kind.
Frequently Asked Questions
It means that knowledge and information give people the ability to make good decisions and gain an advantage.
The idea is usually credited to Sir Francis Bacon, who wrote “ipsa scientia potestas est” in 1597. Thomas Hobbes later used the Latin form “scientia potentia est”.
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