Quote by Josh Billings

Most people repent their sins by thanking God they ain't so wicked as their neighbors.

Most people repent their sins by thanking God they ain't so

Summary

This quote by American author and humorist Mark Twain humorously highlights a common human tendency. Twain suggests that instead of truly acknowledging and apologizing for their own wrongdoings, people often deflect their remorse by comparing themselves to others and feeling relieved that they are supposedly less morally corrupt. This quote sheds light on the tendency to evade personal responsibility and create false guarantees of righteousness by comparing oneself to others rather than engaging in genuine self-reflection.

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