Beilby Porteus
1731 - 1809
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Quotes
Biography
Beilby Porteus (1731–1809) was an English churchman and poet who became Bishop of London. He was known for his efforts to promote the abolition of the slave trade and for his extensive philanthropy work, particularly towards the relief of the poor. Porteus was a vocal advocate for social justice and worked tirelessly to improve the living conditions of the less fortunate.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
Charity is a debt we owe to the poor; justice is a debt we owe to the truth.
2
Do not measure the wealth of a man by the abundance of his possessions, but by the fewness of his wants.
3
Only actions give life strength; only moderation gives it charm.
4
In the estimation of the world, true and false are terms convertible; wisdom is folly; and right is wrong.
5
He who has no walls to defend has no walls to be thrown down.