“He that neither knows himself nor thinks he can learn of others is not fit for company.”
Quote by Benjamin Whichcote
Work
Moral and religious aphorisms collected from the manuscript papers of the reverend and learned Doctor Whichcote; and published in 1703, by Dr. Jeffery. Now re-published, with very large additions, ... by Samuel Salter, ... To which are added, Eight letter
Moral and religious aphorisms collected from the manuscript papers of the reverend and learned Doctor Whichcote is a compilation of insightful sayings and thoughts on morality and religion. First published in 1703 by Dr. Jeffery, the book has been re-published with significant additions by Samuel Salter. The volume also includes eight letters, enhancing the content and depth of the original work. more
Author
Benjamin Whichcote
Benjamin Whichcote (1609-1683) was an influential philosopher and educator in 17th-century England. His specific profession and career are not well-documented in historical sources. more
You May Also Like
“We are made for one another, and each is to be a supply to his neighbor.”
“A good man's life is all of a piece.”
Source: Moral and religious aphorisms [collected by J. Jeffery from the papers of B. Whichcote]. Now re-publ., with additions, by S. Salter. To which are added, Eight letters: which passed between dr. Whichcote, and dr. Tuckney
“It is base and unworthy to live below the dignity of our nature.”
Source: The works of ... Benjamin Whichcote
“Every profession does imply a trust for the service of the public.”
Source: Moral and religious aphorisms collected from the manuscript papers of the reverend and learned Doctor Whichcote; and published in 1703, by Dr. Jeffery. Now re-published, with very large additions, ... by Samuel Salter, ... To which are added, Eight letter
“Take away the self-conceited, and there will be elbowroom in the world.”
Source: Moral and religious aphorisms collected from the manuscript papers of the reverend and learned Doctor Whichcote; and published in 1703, by Dr. Jeffery. Now re-published, with very large additions, ... by Samuel Salter, ... To which are added, Eight letter
Source: Moral and religious aphorisms [collected by J. Jeffery from the papers of B. Whichcote]. Now re-publ., with additions, by S. Salter. To which are added, Eight letters: which passed between dr. Whichcote, and dr. Tuckney
“Joy is the life of man's life.”
Source: Moral and religious aphorisms collected from the manuscript papers of the reverend and learned Doctor Whichcote; and published in 1703, by Dr. Jeffery. Now re-published, with very large additions, ... by Samuel Salter, ... To which are added, Eight letter