Quote by Samuel Butler, Life and Habit

A hen is only a egg's way of making another egg.

A hen is only a egg's way of making another egg.

Summary

This quote suggests that the purpose of a hen's existence is simply to lay eggs in order to reproduce and continue the cycle of life. It implies that the hen is of little importance beyond its role as a vessel for the egg, emphasizing the significance of reproduction in the natural world. Ultimately, the quote highlights the concept of life as a continuous process, where each generation serves as a means for the next to come into being.

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By Samuel Butler, Life and Habit

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