Quote by Bertolt Brecht

The human race tends to remember the abuses to which it has been subjected rather than the endearments. What's left of kisses? Wounds, however, leave scars.

The human race tends to remember the abuses to which it has

Summary

This quote suggests that people often remember the negative experiences and mistreatment they have encountered more than the acts of love and kindness they have received. It questions the significance and impact of affectionate gestures, implying that wounds and trauma leave a lasting impression in contrast to expressions of affection that may fade away with time. It highlights the lasting effects of harm and the relative insignificance of loving acts in the face of enduring scars.

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Life Humanity History Mankind Kiss Abuse Scars Wounds

By Bertolt Brecht

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