Quote by Thomas Paine

When we are planning for posterity, we ought to remember that virtue is not hereditary.

When we are planning for posterity, we ought to remember tha

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing that virtues and qualities cannot be automatically inherited from one generation to the next. It conveys the idea that while we may plan and hope for a better future, it is necessary to understand that goodness and moral virtues are not passed down by bloodline alone. Instead, they need to be cultivated and nurtured individually in order to create a virtuous society. It serves as a reminder that virtues are personal choices and actions, not something that can be solely attributed to one's ancestry.

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Virtue

By Thomas Paine

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