Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

If you inquire what the people are like here, I must answer, The same as everywhere!

If you inquire what the people are like here, I must answer,

Summary

This quote implies that people's nature and behavior remain constant across different places. Regardless of the location, individuals are fundamentally similar in terms of their virtues, flaws, and overall characteristics. It suggests that there is a universality to human nature that transcends geographical boundaries. No matter where one may go, people should not be too surprised by the similarities they observe in others, reinforcing the idea that human nature is relatively consistent and predictable.

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