This is the 2267th most frequent Russian word.
знание
Knowledge.
Here, 'знание' is used in its singular nominative form and represents the abstract concept of knowledge, highlighting its importance.
Знание — сила.
Knowledge is power.
The word 'знания' is used in its plural form to refer to specific pieces or types of knowledge that someone possesses.
Его знания в этой области весьма глубокие.
His knowledge in this area is quite deep.
'Нового знания' is in the singular genitive case, demonstrating its use to describe the abstract act of obtaining knowledge.