Quote by Leo XIII

People differ in capacity, skill, health, strength; and unequal fortune is a necessary result of unequal condition. Such inequality is far from being disadvantageous either to individuals or to the community.

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Summary

This quote suggests that people have varying capacities, skills, health, and strength, which inevitably leads to unequal circumstances. The quote argues that this inequality is not necessarily detrimental to both individuals and society. It implies that inequality is a natural outcome, and it can actually have benefits for both individuals and the community as a whole. This suggests that diversity in abilities and circumstances can contribute positively to society's overall development and progress.

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Equality

By Leo XIII

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