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Great men have not been concerned with fame. The joy of achievement that comes from finding something new in the read more
Great men have not been concerned with fame. The joy of achievement that comes from finding something new in the universe is by far their greatest joy.
Just as no one can be forced into belief, so no one can be forced into unbelief.
Just as no one can be forced into belief, so no one can be forced into unbelief.
I always prefer to believe the best of everybody, it saves so much trouble.
I always prefer to believe the best of everybody, it saves so much trouble.
I am just a common man who is true to his beliefs.
I am just a common man who is true to his beliefs.
The practical effect of a belief is the real test of its soundness.
The practical effect of a belief is the real test of its soundness.
It is wrong always, everywhere and for everyone to believe anything upon insufficient evidence.
It is wrong always, everywhere and for everyone to believe anything upon insufficient evidence.
Aldo Leopold, the early 20th century's Henry David Thoreau, said that we should think like a mountain, with a sense read more
Aldo Leopold, the early 20th century's Henry David Thoreau, said that we should think like a mountain, with a sense of permanence and a long view. At the beginning of the 21st century, we are at a peak of human power, wealth and information... We need to look back at our wonderful natural and human heritage, and cherish and protect the abundant values to be found there. We need to look out to the sides and see other parts of the world that need our help and can provide good ideas to go forward... We need to look ahead to be certain that our actions of today will make the world a better and richer and more varied place for our grandchildren and their grandchildren.
What is wanted is not the will to believe, but the wish to find out, which is the exact opposite.
What is wanted is not the will to believe, but the wish to find out, which is the exact opposite.
Tell me your profession, and I will anticipate your beliefs.
Tell me your profession, and I will anticipate your beliefs.
