Who said "The work of translation is the work of civilization."?

This quote is attributed to Moses Mendelssohn.

The work of translation is the work of civilization. - Moses Mendelssohn

"The work of translation is the work of civilization."

Moses Mendelssohn Work

Philosopher Jewish Scholar German 1729–1786

"Man can create nothing without the divine spark."

"Tolerance and forbearance should characterize all of us."

"Perfection is not just about control. It's also about letting go."

"The human being is not made for defeat."

"Hard work never killed anybody."

"Work with purpose and integrity."

"Hard work pays off in the end."

"A man's gotta do what a man's gotta do."