Every man is to be considered in two capacities, the private and public; as designed to pursue his own interest, and likewise to contribute to the good of others.
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"Every man is to be considered in two capacities, the private and public; as designed to pursue his own interest, and likewise to contribute to the good of others." — Joseph Butler
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Every man is to be considered in two capacities, the private and public; as designed to pursue his own interest, and likewise to contribute to the good of others. — Joseph Butler
About Joseph Butler
Joseph Butler was a Clergyman from Kingdom of Great Britain (1692–1752).
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This quote is attributed to Joseph Butler, a Clergyman from Kingdom of Great Britain.
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Joseph Butler lived from 1692 – 1752.