“It is base and unworthy to live below the dignity of our nature.”
Quote by Benjamin Whichcote
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The works of ... Benjamin Whichcote
This comprehensive compilation includes various essays, sermons, and treatises that reflect Whichcote's contributions to the fields of philosophy and theology during the 17th century. more
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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
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“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
“It isn't how long you stick around but what you put over while you are here.”
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