Quote by Albert Einstein

All our lauded technological progress -- our very civilization - is like the axe in the hand of the pathological criminal.

All our lauded technological progress -- our very civilizati

Summary

This quote suggests that despite the advancements we have achieved in technology and civilization, the way we use them can have negative consequences. It compares our progress to an axe in the hand of a criminal, implying that our creations can be used for harmful purposes. It serves as a cautionary reminder that we need to be mindful of how we utilize our advancements and consider the potential harm they can cause if they fall into the wrong hands or are used without ethical considerations.

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By Albert Einstein

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