Quote by Robert Browning

Man partly is and wholly hopes to be.

Man partly is and wholly hopes to be.

Summary

This quote suggests that human beings are simultaneously defined by their current state and their future potential. It acknowledges the existence of both what individuals already are and what they aspire to become. It implies that human nature is characterized by an inherent desire for growth, improvement, and progress. While people may possess certain traits or qualities in the present, they are also driven by the hope and ambition to evolve, develop, and achieve greater levels of fulfillment and realization.

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