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Genuine ignorance is profitable because it is likely to be accompanied by humility, curiosity, and open mindedness; whereas ability to repeat catch-phrases, cant terms, familiar propositions, gives the conceit of learning and coats the mind with varnish waterproof to new ideas. - John Dewey

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Philosopher

Born:20th October, 1859
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Starsign: Libra

Author Keywords: Philosopher


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