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We don't know a millionth of one percent about anything.

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Thomas A. Edison reflects on the vastness of the unknown, suggesting that our collective knowledge represents only a tiny fraction of the entire universe. This quote highlights the humbling truth about human limitations and the continuous quest for knowledge and understanding.
Quote by Thomas A. Edison
Inventor, American
Thomas A. Edison was an American inventor best known for his contributions to the development of the electric light bulb.
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