John Wilkins FRS (1614–72) was an English clergyman, natural philosopher and author, as well as one of the founders of the Royal Society. He was Bishop of Chester from 1668 until his death.
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Garner up pleasant thoughts in your mind, for pleasant thoughts make pleasant lives.
—John Wilkins
Obscurity in writing is commonly a proof of darkness in the mind; the greatest learning is to be seen in the greatest plainness.
—John Wilkins
Topics: Style
It is an excellent rule to be observed in all discussions, that men should give soft words and hard arguments; that they should not so much strive to silence or vex, as to convince their opponents.
—John Wilkins
Topics: Argument, Words, One liners, Proverbs, Arguments, Communication
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