Quote by Mark Twain

We need not worry so much about what man descends from; it's what he descends to that shames the human race.

We need not worry so much about what man descends from; it's

Summary

This quote suggests that instead of focusing on the origins or ancestors of mankind, we should be more concerned about the actions, behaviors, and values that humans exhibit. The quote implies that the disgrace or shame of the human race lies not in our evolutionary past but in our present actions and the lack of moral character in our society. It encourages us to shift our attention towards improving ourselves and the way we conduct ourselves rather than contemplating our past ancestry.

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Success & Failure

By Mark Twain

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