“If thy words are wise, they will not seem so to the foolish: if they are deep the shallow will not appreciate them. Think not highly of thyself, then, when thou art praised by many.”
Quote by John Lancaster Spalding
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Aphorisms and Reflections: Conduct, Culture and Religion
This book delves into the essence of human conduct, exploring the intricate relationship between culture and religion through a series of aphorisms and reflections. It examines the principles that govern social interactions and the profound impact of religious beliefs on individual and collective behavior. more
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John Lancaster Spalding
John Lancaster Spalding was a prominent American author whose works spanned a variety of fields including history, literature, and philosophy, leaving a profound impact on posterity. more
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“The innocence which is simply ignorance is not virtue.”
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“Where it is the chief aim to teach many things, little education is given or received.”
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“In education, as in religion and love, compulsion thwarts the purpose for which it is employed.”
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