
#171 Naval Ravikant: The Angel Philosopher (2017)
The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish
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The Importance of Genuine Knowledge
In today's world, it is easy for people to pretend to have knowledge they do not actually possess. Genuine knowledge is not about using fancy words or big concepts, but it is built from the ground up. For example, one can understand trigonometry without understanding arithmetic or geometry. True intelligence lies in being able to explain complex ideas in a way that a child can understand. If you cannot do that, then you do not truly know the subject. This highlights the importance of genuine knowledge over superficial knowledge.
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