Quotes and anectdotes from the wise to the foolish, and the courageous to the drunk

Francis Hutcheson Philosopher

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United Kingdom
  • Born: Aug 8, 1694
  • Died: Jan 14, 1747

The Rev. Francis Hutcheson was a Scottish-Irish philosopher born in Ireland to a family of Scottish Presbyterians who became known as founding fathers of the Scottish Enlightenment.

Hutcheson took ideas from John Locke, and he was an important influence on the works of several significant Enlightenment thinkers, including David Hume and Adam Smith.

Wisdom denotes the pursuing of the best ends by the best means. wisdom

That action is best which procures the greatest happiness for the greatest numbers. happiness

Thanksgiving November 28, 2024

The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 views from William Blake

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