“The duties of men are summarily comprised in the Ten Commandments, consisting of two tables; one comprehending the duties which we owe immediately to God-the other, the duties we owe to our fellow men.”
Quote by Noah Webster
Work
A Collection of Papers on Political, Literary, and Moral Subjects
The volume brings together various papers that explore the intersections of politics, literature, and ethics, offering insights into these complex fields. more
Author
Noah Webster
Noah Webster was a renowned lexicographer, born on October 16, 1758, and died on May 28, 1843. He is known for his reforms in English spelling and grammar rules, which had a profound impact on the compilation of modern English dictionaries. more
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