Quote by Thomas Paine

Human nature is not of itself vicious.

Human nature is not of itself vicious.

Summary

This quote suggests that inherent in human nature is not a natural tendency towards wickedness or immorality. It implies that being cruel or malicious is not an essential or innate part of being human. Instead, it implies that any predispositions towards vice are not intrinsic but are developed through external influences or experiences. Overall, this quote presents the optimistic perspective that people are not inherently bad, and their actions are shaped by external factors rather than an inherent evil nature.

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Humanity

By Thomas Paine

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