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However great an evil immorality may be, we must not forget that it is not without its beneficial consequences.
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"However great an evil immorality may be, we must not forget that it is not without its beneficial consequences. It is only through extremes that men can arrive at the middle path of wisdom and virtue"

- Wilhelm von Humboldt

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Germany Flag This quote is written / told by Wilhelm von Humboldt between June 22, 1767 and April 8, 1835. He/she was a famous Educator from Germany. The author also have 7 other quotes.

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