"Wisdom is knowing what to do next; virtue is doing it."
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David Starr Jordan
Biologist
David Starr Jordan was an influential American ichthyologist and educator, known for his advocacy of science and environmental conservation.
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David Starr Jordan
Biologist
"There cannot be perfect civilization until Man realizes that the rights of every living creature are as sacred as his own."
David Starr Jordan
Biologist
"Wisdom is knowing. Skill is know how to do it. Virtue is doing it."
David Starr Jordan
Biologist
"Whatever you attempt, go at it with spirit."
David Starr Jordan
Biologist
"There is no real excellence in all this world which can be separated from right living."
David Starr Jordan
Biologist
"When a dog barks at the moon, then it is religion; but when he barks at strangers, it is patriotism!"