Quote by Mark Twain

There are many scapegoats for our sins, but the most popular is providence.

There are many scapegoats for our sins, but the most popular

Summary

This quote suggests that when it comes to taking responsibility for our actions or mistakes, people often blame external factors such as fate or destiny to avoid accountability. Rather than accepting personal culpability, attributing our sins or shortcomings to providence allows us to shift the blame onto something beyond our control. This phrase may highlight how individuals tend to find comfort in evading guilt, finding solace in the idea that there are forces or circumstances responsible for their misdeeds or failures.

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