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Richard Whately

Priest · Philosopher 1787–1863

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About Richard Whately

British rhetorician, logician, economist, and theologian (1787-1863)

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Education Humility Ignorance Knowledge Learning Technology Wisdom

In their words

“A pupil to him was an ‘anvil’ on which to beat out his ideas.”

“He that is not aware of his ignorance, will be only misled by his knowledge.”