Quote by Samuel Johnson

He may justly be numbered among the benefactors of mankind, who contracts the great rules of life into short sentences, that may early be impressed on the memory, and taught by frequent recollection to occur habitually to the mind.

He may justly be numbered among the benefactors of mankind,

Summary

This quote recognizes the importance of individuals who encapsulate the fundamental principles of life in concise and memorable sentences that can easily be ingrained in the memory. By doing so, these benefactors enable these rules to become a part of regular thinking and guide one's actions. Their contribution lies in simplifying complex ideas and making them readily accessible, thus helping to shape and improve the behavior and mindset of individuals in society.

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Proverbial Wisdom

By Samuel Johnson

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