Extra credit: Quote interpretation

We have all gone through that frustrating experience of someone accepting credit we deserve. But that's life, right? Sir William Osler would certainly agree with me. Judging by his words "In science, the credit goes to the man who convinces the world, not the man whom the idea first occurred," I'd say that he can relate. It is true that the the outcome of some situations often end up not like planned, but that is because what one may start, another is sure to finish. Weather the starter only thought of the idea or actually did all the work, they most likely would not get the attention he/she is worthy of. Even if it is not a a lot of honor they are worthy of, they still wouldn't get their share. That person whom the idea did not first blossom, would have trouble dividing the credit. Sir William Osler was simply just making a statement. Although, his words could have a bigger meaning and larger effect then intended. But is it him who will receive credit for that influence?