Quote by Dorothy L. Sayers

See that the mind is honest, first; the rest may follow or not as God wills. [That] the fundamental treason to the mind ... is the one fundamental treason which the scholar's mind must not allow is the bond uniting all the Oxford people in the last resort.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of intellectual honesty and integrity. It suggests that the mind should always prioritize honesty above all else. The quote also suggests that it is the obligation of scholars to safeguard their minds against any form of betrayal or disloyalty, as this is the underlying principle that unites all scholars at Oxford University.

Topics

Truth Science Integrity Honesty Academia Lies Scholars Treason Values Falsification Veracity Oxford

By Dorothy L. Sayers

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