Quote by Mark Twain

To create man was a fine and original idea; but to add the sheep was a tautology.


To create man was a fine and original idea; but to add the s

Summary

This quote suggests that the creation of humans was a clever and unique concept, as it introduced intelligent beings to the world. However, adding sheep to the equation is deemed unnecessary or redundant, as they serve a lesser purpose compared to humans. It implies that the presence of humans alone is already remarkable, and additional elements like sheep only serve to reinforce what is already known or too basic to be noteworthy.

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By Mark Twain
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