To bear with patience wrongs done to oneself is a mark of perfection, but to bear with patience wrongs done to someone else is a mark of imperfection and even of actual sin.
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We can't have full knowledge all at once. We must start by believing; then afterwards we may be led on to master the evidence for ourselves.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Knowledge is acquired progressively through belief and evidence.
This quote by Thomas Aquinas emphasizes the importance of belief as the starting point for gaining knowledge. It suggests that while we may not have complete understanding initially, having faith can guide us towards deeper insights and a greater mastery of the evidence that supports our beliefs over time.
Themes
KnowledgeBeliefWisdomEvidenceLearning
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for a philosophy class discussing the acquisition of knowledge.
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