Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Men are what their mothers made them.

Men are what their mothers made them.

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This quote suggests that a person's upbringing and the influence of their mother play a crucial role in shaping their character, values, and overall behavior. It emphasizes the significant impact that mothers have in molding the development and nature of their children.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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