Quote by Ernest Renan

He whom God has touched will always be a being apart: he is, whatever he may do, a stranger among men; he is marked by a sign.

He whom God has touched will always be a being apart: he is,

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This quote suggests that when an individual is touched or blessed by God, they are forever set apart from others. Regardless of their actions or behavior, they will always feel like an outsider amongst humanity. They carry a unique mark or characteristic that separates them from the rest. The quote implies that this divine touch leaves a lasting impact, making such individuals inherently different and distinct from others in their beliefs, values, and perhaps even in their purpose or mission in life.

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