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An intellectual enlightenment not accompanied by a moral purification, can lead only to a meagre result when turned to the service of humanity. The altruist must educate his own character before he can influence effectually the character of others. Only then are false steps and dangerous missteps less likely to be taken.

-- Notebooks Category 6: Emotions and Ethics > Chapter 1 : Uplift Character > # 409