Expression for highlighting why studying is important
In my country, we have a saying that goes by "the pen is lighter than the shovel", that we use to convince kids and teenagers to overcome their laziness and take their studies seriously.
Is there a similar idiom for this, that could be said to a young person?
It's a quote, but with over 2.5 million Google hits, I'd say it's reached 'saying' status.
An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.
- Benjamin Franklin
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The Pen is Mightier than the Sword.
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Work smart, not hard.