David Starr Jordan Quotes

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David Starr Jordan, a prolific writer and naturalist, leaves an indelible mark on the world of science with his groundbreaking contributions to ichthyology and conservation. As a pioneering figure in marine biology, he illuminates the mysteries of the ocean depths and advocates for the preservation of aquatic ecosystems. Jordan's passion for the natural world and tireless advocacy for environmental stewardship inspire future generations to cherish and protect our planet's precious biodiversity.

"The world turns aside to let any man pass who knows whither he is going."

"The world turns aside to let any man pass who knows whither he is going."

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"Wisdom is knowing what to do next; virtue is doing it."

"Wisdom is knowing what to do next; virtue is doing it."

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"When a dog barks at the moon, then it is religion; but when he barks at strangers, it is patriotism!"

"When a dog barks at the moon, then it is religion; but when he barks at strangers, it is patriotism!"

Religion, Moon, Strangers

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"Be a life long or short, its completeness depends on what it was lived for."

"Be a life long or short, its completeness depends on what it was lived for."

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"No one is really miserable who has not tried to cheapen life."

"No one is really miserable who has not tried to cheapen life."

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"There is no real excellence in all of this world which can be separated from right living."

"There is no real excellence in all of this world which can be separated from right living."

Ethics, Excellence, Living, Right, World

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