Quote by Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

No one is better born than another, unless they are born with better abilities and a more amiable disposition.

No one is better born than another, unless they are born wit

Summary

This quote suggests that a person's innate qualities and abilities play a role in determining their natural advantages or disadvantages in life. It asserts that one's birth circumstances do not inherently make them superior to others; instead, it is the possession of superior skills and a more likable personality that can potentially differentiate individuals. Essentially, the quote emphasizes that true superiority arises from personal qualities rather than external factors like social status or privilege at birth.

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By Seneca (Seneca the Elder)

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