Thomas Fuller

Thomas Fuller

Physician

Thomas Fuller was a 17th-century English physician and author known for his insightful works on truth and wisdom, particularly in 'Gnomologia.'

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Born
January 1, 1710
Died
January 1, 1790
Quotes
103
Rank
#1927

About Thomas Fuller

Thomas Fuller — Life and Legacy

Thomas Fuller was an influential 17th-century English physician, historian, and author, best known for his work 'Gnomologia,' which compiles proverbs and reflections on human behavior and morality. His writings delve into themes of truth and wisdom, showcasing a profound understanding of the human condition. Fuller's assertion that 'Truth is the foundation of all knowledge' encapsulates his belief in the necessity of truth for genuine understanding. This perspective not only reflects his intellectual rigor but also challenges the superficiality often found in societal discourse. Furthermore, his observation that 'A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes' poignantly addresses the nature of misinformation and its rapid spread, a concern that resonates even today. Fuller's insights continue to be relevant, as they encourage readers to pursue truth and wisdom in an age rife with distractions and falsehoods, underscoring the enduring impact of his thoughts on contemporary society.

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"Light, God's eldest daughter, is a principal beauty in a building."

Beauty God Daughter
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"If you would have a good wife, marry one who has been a good daughter."

Daughter Honesty Father
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"He who cures a disease may be the skillfullest, but he that prevents it is the safest physician."

Fitness Health Medicine
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"He that cannot forgive others breaks the bridge over which he must pass himself; for every man has need to be forgiven."

Forgiveness Peace Men
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"Let him who expects one class of society to prosper in the highest degree, while the other is in distress, try whether one side; of the face can smile while the other is pinched."

Smile Class Diversity
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"Memory is the treasure house of the mind wherein the monuments thereof are kept and preserved."

Memories House Mind
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"Memory depends very much on the perspicuity, regularity, and order of our thoughts. Many complain of the want of memory, when the defect is in the judgment; and others, by grasping at all, retain nothing."

Memories Order Complaining
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"Many come to bring their clothes to church rather than themselves."

Funny Fashion Humor
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