The wise man does not expose himself needlessly to danger, since there are few things for which he cares sufficiently; but he is willing, in great crises, to give even his life.
— Averroes (Ibn Rushd) Medieval

Islamic philosopher

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Ethical teachings

Date / Period

c. 1180 CE

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Strange & Unusual

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https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/ibn-rushd/

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