Quote by John Lancaster Spalding

The disinterested love of truth which culture fosters is akin to the unselfishness which is a characteristic of the good.

The disinterested love of truth which culture fosters is aki

Summary

This quote suggests that the pursuit of knowledge and truth through cultural advancement instills a genuine love for truth that is not influenced by personal gain or selfish motives. It implies that the selflessness associated with being morally good is paralleled by the detachment from personal interests that intellectual curiosity and cultural exploration can bring about. In other words, the pursuit of truth through culture cultivates a love for knowledge that is untainted by personal agendas, similar to the selflessness displayed by morally upright individuals.

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Truth Love Culture

By John Lancaster Spalding

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