Ocupation: Physician
Life: April 29, 1667 - February 27, 1735
Birthday: April 29
Death: February 27
What I have said may serve to recommend mathematics for acquiring a vigorous constitution of mind; for which purpose they are as useful as exercise is for procuring health and strength to the body.
source: John Arbuthnot (1701). “An Essay on the Usefulness of Mathematical Learning,: In a Letter from a Gentleman in the City to His Friend in Oxford..”, p.9
topic: Exercise, Mind, Purpose, Health And Strength