The quote “Head knowledge is worthless, unless accompanied by submission of the will and right action” implies that merely possessing knowledge is not enough. It must be paired with the willingness to apply this knowledge and the ability to use it for the right purposes.
The ‘head knowledge’ mentioned in the quote refers to intellectual understanding or theoretical knowledge. It’s the information and facts we store in our minds. However, this knowledge is useless if we don’t have the will, the drive or motivation, to apply it. ‘Submission of the will’ means having the discipline and determination to use the knowledge we possess. It’s about making conscious decisions and taking actions based on what we know.
‘Right action’ refers to ethical and appropriate application of knowledge. It’s not enough to know something and have the will to use it, the knowledge should be used for good, for constructive and beneficial purposes.
Applying this idea in today’s world, we can see that information is abundant. With the internet, we have access to more knowledge than ever before. However, this access to knowledge doesn’t automatically translate to wisdom or success. We need to have the will to use this knowledge and the discernment to use it appropriately.
In terms of personal development, this quote can be a reminder that learning and gaining knowledge is only the first step. We need to actively apply what we learn, stay motivated and ensure that our actions are ethical and beneficial. For example, someone might read a lot about healthy lifestyles, but unless they have the will to change their habits and actually start eating healthy and exercising, that knowledge is worthless.
