Quotes by John Ray

John Ray

John Ray

English naturalist

Lived from: 1627 - 1705

Category: Theologians and clergy | Philosophers Country: FlagUnited Kingdom

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  • There are no better cosmetics than a severe temperance and purity, modesty and humility, a gracious temper and calmness of spirit; and there is no true beauty without the signatures of these graces in the very countenance.
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  • Children are poor men's riches.
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  • Diseases are the tax on pleasures.
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  • Industry is fortunes right hand, and frugality its left.
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  • Many without punishment, none without sin.
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  • Never meet trouble half-way.
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What are the most famous quotes from John Ray?

The two most famous quotes from John Ray are:

  • "There are no better cosmetics than a severe temperance and purity, modesty and humility, a gracious temper and calmness of spirit; and there is no true beauty without the signatures of these graces in the very countenance."
  • "Children are poor men's riches."

When did John Ray live?

John Ray was born in 1627 and died in the year 1705.