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01Undated

The wise man regulates his conduct by the theories both of religion and science. But he regards these theories not as statements of ultimate fact but as art-forms.

John B. S. Haldane / quote

02Undated

A fairly bright boy is far more intelligent and far better company than the average adult.

John B. S. Haldane / quote

03Undated

I have never yet met a healthy person who worried very much about his health, or a really good person who worried much about his own soul.

John B. S. Haldane / quote