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Not to unlearn what you have learned is the most necessary kind of learning.
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About Antisthenes

Antisthenes was a Philosopher from Classical Athens (-446–-366).

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Who said "Not to unlearn what you have learned is the most necessary kind of learning."?
This quote is attributed to Antisthenes, a Philosopher from Classical Athens.
When did Antisthenes live?
Antisthenes lived from -446 – -366.