The only fence against the world is a th... by John Locke | We Heart Quotes

World philosopher Knowledge Reason enlightenment

The only fence against the world is a thorough knowledge of it.

- John Locke

Other quotes by John Locke

Men

The reason why men enter into society is the preservation of their property.

- John Locke

Thoughts Men

I have always thought the actions of men the best interpreters of their thoughts.

- John Locke

Fashion Nothing

Fashion for the most part is nothing but the ostentation of riches.

- John Locke

Right Man

Every man has a property in his own person. This nobody has a right to, but himself.

- John Locke

Experience Man

No man's knowledge here can go beyond his experience.

- John Locke

Present Love

Any one reflecting upon the thought he has of the delight, which any present or absent thing is apt to produce in him, has the idea we call love.

- John Locke

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