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John Selden (December 16, 1584 - November 30, 1654) was an English lawyer, historian, and philosopher. Limited information is available, but he is known for his contributions to the fields of law, history, and philosophy.

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Famous John Selden Quotes

“In a troubled state we must do as in foul weather upon a river, not think to cut directly through, for the boat may be filled with water; but rise and fall as the waves do, and give way as much as we conveniently can.”

Thinking Way Giving May States Fall Water Cutting Policy Rivers Filled Wave Weather Boat Foul Rise And Fall

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“Opinion is something wherein I go about to give reasons why all the world should think as I think.”

Thinking World Giving Should Reason Opinion Reason Why

Book:Table-talk: the discourses of J. Selden [ed. by R. Milward.].

Source: Table-talk: the discourses of J. Selden [ed. by R. Milward.].

“Humility is a virtue all preach, none practise, and yet every body is content to hear. The master thinks it good doctrine for his servant, the laity for the clergy, and the clergy for the laity.”

Thinking Men Practice Virtue Humility Masters Doctrine Servant Clergy

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“Wit and wisdom are born with a man.”

Thinking Men Born Wit Wit And Wisdom

Book:Table talk: being the discourses of John Selden, esq., or his sense of various matters of weight and high consequence. Relating especially to religion and state

Source: Table talk: being the discourses of John Selden, esq., or his sense of various matters of weight and high consequence. Relating especially to religion and state