Memorable Quotes from Raymond Brown
2 quotesConflict Over Louis Pasteur's Reputation
Dr. Radisse
So, you are now the saviour of the sheep, monsieur? Very interesting. He's the man who was responsible for the death of Dr. Francois, remember? He was run out of Paris.
Dr. Louis Pasteur
Not quite, doctor.
Dr. Radisse
Don't deny it! You were, and you were warned not to practice. Positively forbidden!
[sheep bleating]
Dr. Radisse
A prophet is never without followers, it seems.
Dr. Louis Pasteur
But rarely such intelligent ones. These animals know what's good for them.
Dr. Radisse
Perhaps you'll tell me what's good for them. I'd like to know, too.
Dr. Louis Pasteur
I'm afraid it's hopeless, but I'll try.
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Debating the Efficacy of Vaccination
Dr. Louis Pasteur
Will you try and explain to Dr. Radisse what we are doing? He's a member of the Academy of Medicine, so you'll have to use very simple language.
Dr. Emile Roux
We're convinced, Doctor - after eight years of experimenting - that this vaccine, when injected into the animal, will set up an immunity.
Dr. Radisse
Ridiculous! It would take eighty years to convince me.
Dr. Louis Pasteur
Eighty? Aren't you a little optimistic?
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