Edward Jenner

The greatest reward for my labours is the satisfaction of having done good to my fellow creatures.

I have never been a lover of controversy; but when truth is concerned, I am not afraid to speak out.

The opposition I have met with has only served to confirm me in my opinion.

It is a great satisfaction to me to reflect, that I have been instrumental in saving so many lives.

The discovery of vaccination is one of the most important that has ever been made.

I have often been accused of being too sanguine in my expectations; but time will show whether I am right or wrong.

The practice of vaccination is now so generally adopted, that it is hardly necessary to recommend it.

I have often been surprised at the credulity of mankind; but I have also been surprised at their obstinacy.

The human mind is capable of great things; but it is also capable of great errors.

I have always been a lover of nature, and I have always found great pleasure in studying her works.

The most beautiful flowers are often found in the most obscure places.

I have often wished that I had more time to devote to my favourite studies.

The pursuit of knowledge is an endless one; but it is also a most delightful one.

I have always endeavoured to act upon the principle, that what is right to be done, should be done with all our might.

My greatest ambition has always been to be useful to mankind.

The most valuable possessions are those which we acquire by our own exertions.

I have often found that the most simple remedies are the most efficacious.

The true philosopher is he who is always learning, and who is never ashamed to confess his ignorance.

I have often been struck with the wonderful harmony that prevails throughout the works of nature.

The greatest happiness consists in doing good to others.