Quote by G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenb

Man can acquire accomplishments or he can become an animal, whichever he wants. God makes the animals, man makes himself.

Man can acquire accomplishments or he can become an animal,

Summary

This quote denotes the inherent power and potential within human beings. It suggests that individuals have the ability to choose and shape their own destinies. By emphasizing the contrast between animals, who are created by a higher force, and humans, who have the capacity to determine their own paths, the quote highlights the importance of personal agency and self-improvement. It implies that humans have the capability to achieve great feats and fulfill their potential, but they also have the potential to degrade themselves if they succumb to base instincts and abandon their higher aspirations.

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Success & Failure

By G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenb

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