Sidney Hook was an American philosopher of the Pragmatist school known for his contributions to the philosophy of history, the philosophy of education, political theory, and ethics. After embracing Communism in his youth, Hook was later known for his criticisms of totalitarianism, both fascism, and Marxism–Leninism. A pragmatic social democrat, Hook sometimes cooperated with conservatives, particularly in opposing Communism. After World War II, he argued that members of such groups as the Communist Party USA and other Leninist conspiracies could ethically be barred from holding the offices of public trust because they called for the violent overthrow of democratic governments.
Wisdom is a kind of knowledge. It is knowledge of the nature, career, and consequences of human values. knowledge & wisdom
Students rarely disappoint teachers who assure them in advance that they are doomed to failure. failure & teacher
Everyone who remembers his own education remembers teachers, not methods and techniques. The teacher is the heart of the educational system. education & teacher
The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 quotes from William Blake
32 quotes from William Blake
Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 more quotes from Franz Grillparzer
6 more quotes from Franz Grillparzer
For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 other wisdom & wit from Storm Jameson
2 other wisdom & wit from Storm Jameson
To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 more thoughts from Victor Hugo
73 more thoughts from Victor Hugo