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Benjamin Jowett

Benjamin Jowett (1817–1893) was an English theologian, scholar, and classical translator at the University of Oxford. Reliable public details about his wider life are limited here; the quote reflects his practical theme of focusing on results rather than recognition.

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Quotes by Benjamin Jowett

The way to get things done is not to mind who gets the credit. — Benjamin Jowett

How Humility Helps Work Truly Get Done

Benjamin Jowett’s remark points to a simple but demanding truth: progress often depends on people who care more about results than recognition. In that sense, the quote praises a form of humility that keeps attention fix...

Created on: 6/6/2026