Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Destiny: A tyrant's authority for crime and a fool's excuse for failure.


Destiny: A tyrant's authority for crime and a fool's excuse

Summary

This quote suggests that "destiny" is used by both tyrants and fools to justify their actions or lack of success. It implies that individuals with power and malicious intent often use the concept of destiny as a means to justify their crimes or impose their authority on others. On the other hand, the quote also implies that those who lack ambition or are unsuccessful tend to blame their failures on fate instead of taking responsibility for their own actions or decisions. In both cases, "destiny" is portrayed as a convenient excuse that allows individuals to avoid accountability.

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By Ambrose Bierce
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