Quote by Benjamin Disraeli

The question is this -- Is man an ape or an angel? My Lord, I am on the side of the angels. I repudiate with indignation and abhorrence these new fanged theories.

The question is this -- Is man an ape or an angel? My Lord,

Summary

In this quote, the speaker is reflecting upon the debate of whether humans are closer to being apes or angels. They express their stance by emphasizing their alignment with the angels and vehemently rejecting the emerging theories that associate humans with apes. The phrase "new-fanged" implies that these theories are seen as novel or unconventional. The speaker's firm rejection and disgust indicate a strong belief in human exceptionalism and the superiority of angelic qualities over those of apes.

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Evolution

By Benjamin Disraeli

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