David Starr Jordan quotes

David Starr Jordan was an American writer, educator, and ichthyologist known for his significant contributions to science and education. As the founding president of Stanford University, his leadership helped shape the institution’s early direction and reputation. He also authored numerous books on natural history and human affairs. Here are 7 of his quotes:

There is no real excellence in all this world which can be separated from right living.

David Starr Jordan

The world turns aside to let any man pass who knows whither he is going.

David Starr Jordan

Be life long or short, its completeness depends on what it was lived for.

David Starr Jordan

When a dog barks at the moon, then it is religion; but when he barks at strangers, it is patriotism!

David Starr Jordan

No one is really miserable who has not tried to cheapen life.

David Starr Jordan

Far away in the thirties and forties she (the girl you want to be) is waiting her turn. Her body, brain, her soul are in your girlish hands. She cannot help herself. What will you leave for her? ... Will you throw away her inheritance?

David Starr Jordan