The beginning of wisdom is the definition of terms. — Socrates
The beginning of wisdom is the definition of terms. — Socrates
The beginning of wisdom is the definition of terms. — Socrates
The beginning of wisdom is the definition of terms. — Socrates
The beginning of wisdom is the definition of terms. — Socrates
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The beginning of wisdom is the definition of terms.

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