Quote by Thomas Hobbes

The privilege of absurdity; to which no living creature is subject, but man only.

The privilege of absurdity; to which no living creature is s

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This quote suggests that humans have a unique ability to indulge in absurd behavior or thoughts, unlike any other creatures. Unlike animals, humans have the privilege to deviate from rationality, engage in irrational acts, or entertain absurd ideas. It implies that this attribute of absurdity is a distinct characteristic that sets humans apart, indicating their capacity for imagination, creativity, and sometimes even irrationality in their actions and beliefs.

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