Quote by Frances Wright
If they exert it not for good, they will for evil if they advance

If they exert it not for good, they will for evil if they advance not knowledge, they will perpetuate ignorance. – Frances Wright

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Religion may be defined thus: a belief in, and homage rendered to, existences unseen and causes unknown. – Frances Wright

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All that I say is, examine, inquire. Look into the nature of things. Search out the grounds of your opinions, the for and against. Know why you believe, understand what you believe, and possess a reason for the faith that is in you. – Frances Wright

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Is it right to probe so deeply into Natures secrets? The question must here be raised whether it will benefit mankind, or whether the knowledge will be harmful. – Pierre Curie

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Wisdom is the power to put our time and our knowledge to the proper use. – Thomas J. Watson

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