Quote by Heinrich Heine

The foolish race of mankind are swarming below in the night; they shriek and rage and quarrel -- and all of them are right.

The foolish race of mankind are swarming below in the night;

Summary

This quote, by the American poet and writer Jack London, suggests that human beings, despite their differences and disagreements, often believe they are in the right. London describes them as a "foolish race" because of their tendency to engage in passionate arguments and conflicts. However, the quote also brings attention to the fact that each individual feels justified in their own perspective and actions. It serves as a harsh critique of human behavior, indicating that our collective inability to find common ground often leads to chaos and discord.

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