Quote by Jacqueline Carey

We are all these things [...]. Pride, desire, compassion, cleverness, belligerence, fruitfulness, loyalty...and guilt. But above it all stands love. And if we desire to be more than human, that is the star by which we must set our sights.

We are all these things [...]. Pride, desire, compassion, cl

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This quote emphasizes the complex emotions and qualities that make up human nature: pride, desire, compassion, cleverness, belligerence, fruitfulness, loyalty, and guilt. However, it argues that love trumps all these characteristics and should serve as our guiding principle. It suggests that if we aspire to transcend our limitations and become better versions of ourselves, love should be the guiding light that directs our actions and decisions. Love symbolizes the highest form of humanity and offers a transformative potential for personal growth and connection with others.

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