We are a puny and fickle folk. Avarice
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We are a puny and fickle folk.
Avarice,
hesitation,
and following are our diseases.
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Meaning
This quote means human beings are often weak, changeable, and driven by greed, hesitation, and imitation rather than strength of will.
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Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, philosopher, and poet, known for his work on transcendentalism and individualism. His quotes often reflect self-reliance, wisdom, and introspection. Emerson inspires writers, thinkers, and students to embrace personal growth, independent thought, and the philosophical exploration of life and nature.
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