Quote by Robert Owen

Man is the creature of circumstances.

Man is the creature of circumstances.

Summary

This quote suggests that human beings are greatly influenced and shaped by the conditions and external factors that surround them. It implies that individual choices and characteristics are largely determined by the circumstances in which a person finds themselves, rather than being solely dependent on inherent qualities or personal agency. In essence, it emphasizes the significant role that the environment and external forces play in shaping human behavior, attitudes, and actions.

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Man Mankind

By Robert Owen

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