Word: ripening
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Dates: during 1876-1876
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...same time drawn out from himself. The mind, like a meerschaum, is best colored from within. Only by a supply of good material from outside, and a gentle heat of zeal inside, is set free the subtle essence that imbues the mind with knowledge, at last to ripen into wisdom. Since in this case instructor and pupil are mutual assistants, both should be allowed the utmost liberty. There should be as many electives as possible; give all free choice; every man wishes a different variety of knowledge. Recitations and lectures should be voluntary, and voluntary in the true sense...