Philosophy Professor Fenwick was at his retirement party when he opened a gift from his friend in the Antiquities Department. It appeared to be a lamp. Fenwick joked, I suppose if I rub it…as he did, a Genie appeared from a cloud of smoke.
Professor, you’ve done a wonderful job here, the Genie said. I can grant you one of the following three things: eternal youth, unlimited wealth, or total knowledge.
Fenwick thought, and finally said, I’ve always sought understanding so I’d like to have total knowledge.
The Genie disappeared in a cloud of smoke. As the smoke cleared, Fenwick just sat there staring blankly. One of his students finally asked if he had received the knowledge. Fenwick looked at the youth and nodded yes.
Well Professor, is there anything you can tell us?
Yes. I should’ve took the money.