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The true teacher defends his pupils against his own personal influence. He inspires self-trust. He guides their eyes from himself to the spirit that quickens him. He will have no disciple.

Amos Bronson Alcott

1840

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1840

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Amos Bronson Alcott

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Alcott, Bronson. "Orphic Sayings." The Dial, July 1840, no. 80.

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