Quote by Kin Hubbard

It's going to be fun to watch and see how long the meek can keep the earth after they inherit it.

It's going to be fun to watch and see how long the meek can

Summary

This quote suggests that power and dominance tend to reside with those who are assertive and bold, referred to here as the "meek." The speaker poses a somewhat cynical perspective, predicting that once the meek inherit the earth, they will struggle to maintain control over it due to their inherent passive and submissive nature. The quote implies that strength and resilience are traits necessary for survival and success in the face of challenges, and questions whether the meek possess these qualities.

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