Quote by Samuel Butler

A lawyers dream of heaven; every man reclaimed his property at the resurrection, and each tried to recover it from all his forefathers.

A lawyers dream of heaven; every man reclaimed his property

Summary

This quote is a sarcastic remark about lawyers' obsession with legal disputes and their desire to capitalize on any opportunity. It suggests that in the lawyer's imaginary heaven, even after resurrection, people engage in endless battles to reclaim their "lost" property from their ancestors. It humorously portrays lawyers' inclination to profit from conflicts and their constant search for legal loopholes or unresolved claims. Overall, the quote exaggerates the stereotype of lawyers as greedy and litigious individuals.

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