Quote by Manutius

It is disgraceful to live as a stranger in one's country, and be an alien in any matter that affects our welfare.

It is disgraceful to live as a stranger in one's country, an

Summary

This quote suggests that it is shameful to be disconnected from and unfamiliar with one's own country, especially when it comes to issues that have an impact on our well-being. It implies that individuals should actively participate in and engage with the affairs and concerns of their own nation in order to avoid the sense of being an outsider or uninformed in matters of significance.

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By Manutius

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