Quote by Mark Twain

It is a mystery that is hidden from me by reason that the emergency requiring the fathoming of it hath not in my life-days occurred, and so, not having no need to know this thing, I abide barren of the knowledge.

It is a mystery that is hidden from me by reason that the em

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The quote reflects the speaker's lack of understanding about a particular mysterious phenomenon. The speaker acknowledges that the reason for the mystery remains hidden from them because they have never personally encountered a situation that requires them to comprehend it. Consequently, their life experiences have not given them any reason or motivation to seek knowledge of this unknown subject, leaving them devoid of any understanding or insight into it.

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