Quote by Immanuel Kant

From such crooked wood as that which man is made of, nothing straight can be fashioned.

From such crooked wood as that which man is made of, nothing

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This quote implies that due to the inherent flaws and imperfections of human nature, it is impossible to create something entirely perfect, pure, or flawless. It suggests that the shortcomings and complexities of human beings make it unlikely to achieve absolute virtue or perfection in any endeavor or creation.

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