"The true test of a civilization is not the census, nor the size of the cities, nor the crops - no, but the kind of man the country turns out."
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About Benjamin Jowett
Benjamin Jowett (1817-1893) was an influential English classical scholar and theologian. He served as the Master of Balliol College, Oxford, and was renowned for his translations of Plato's dialogues. Jowett was a prominent figure in Victorian intellectual life, known for his liberal views and his commitment to education. He made significant contributions to the field of philosophy and played a key role in modernizing the education system at Oxford University.
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