Ogyu Sorai Professions : Philosopher Born : March 21, 1666 Died : February 28, 1728 Browse All Authors Famous Quotes by Ogyu Sorai Mathematicians boast of their exacting achievements, but in reality they are absorbed in mental acrobatics and contribute nothing to society. Ogyu Sorai achievement math reality Similar Authors F. H. Bradley philosopher Irving Copi philosopher Ivan Ilyin philosopher Ivan Illich philosopher Bion of Borysthenes philosopher Bonaventure philosopher All Authors