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“All knowledge attains its ethical value and its human significance only by the human sense with which it is employed. Only a good man can be a great physician.” quote by Hermann Nothnagel
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“All knowledge attains its ethical value and its human significance only by the human sense with which it is employed. Only a good man can be a great physician.”

Hermann Nothnagel

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Knowledge gains moral value only when used ethically by compassionate individuals.

In simple terms: Good use of knowledge makes it moral.

Key Takeaway

Apply knowledge ethically.

Themes

ethics medicine knowledge humanity character

Mood

reflective serious

Type

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When to use this quote

  • clinical practice
  • educational curricula
  • policy making

Key Concepts

moral philosophy professional responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure ethical practice?
  • What defines a ‘good’ professional?
A Different Perspective

Ethical lapses can negate knowledge’s value.

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