Quote by Christopher Hitchens

To the ones that arise from urgent material needs.

To the ones that arise from urgent material needs.

Summary

This quote implies that the mentioned words are addressed to individuals who have emerged or expressed themselves due to pressing material requirements. It suggests that the words or message being conveyed may be specific to these individuals, focusing on their immediate needs or concerns related to material possessions or resources.

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Sympathy Materialism Faults

By Christopher Hitchens

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