It is just like man's vanity
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It is just like man's vanity and impertinence to call
an animal dumb because it is dumb to his dull perceptions.
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Meaning
This quote means humans arrogantly call animals stupid simply because we do not understand their way of sensing and responding. Our ignorance becomes their insult.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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