Quote by Albert Camus

Whoever today speaks of human existence in terms of power, efficiency, and historical tasks is an actual or potential assassin.

Whoever today speaks of human existence in terms of power, e

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This quote suggests that those who view human existence solely in terms of power, efficiency, and historical tasks are dangerous individuals capable of causing harm or even death. It implies that reducing human existence to these materialistic and utilitarian concepts devalues the essence of being human, emphasizing the need for a more holistic and compassionate understanding of human life.

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