“If we proportion our assent in all things to the degrees of evidence, we do the utmost that human nature is capable of, in a rational way, to secure itself from error.”
Quote by Isaac Watts
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Logic: The Right Use of Reason in the Inquiry After Truth
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Isaac Watts
Isaac Watts was an English writer, primarily known for his hymns and educational works. Born on July 17, 1674, he is credited with shaping the hymnody of the English-speaking world. Watts' writings emphasized moral and spiritual themes, and he is remembered for his influential educational philosophy that emphasized the importance of early childhood education. more
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