Quote by Walter Scott

The race of mankind would perish did they cease to aid each other. We cannot exist without mutual help. All therefore that need aid have a right to ask it from their fellow-men and no one who has the power of granting can refuse it without guilt.


The race of mankind would perish did they cease to aid each

Summary

This quote suggests that humans are interconnected and dependent on each other, emphasizing the need for mutual assistance. It proposes that if people stop helping each other, the human race would eventually perish. It asserts that everyone has the right to ask for help, and those who are capable of granting it have a moral obligation to do so. Refusing to offer aid to someone in need is seen as a wrongdoing or culpable act. Overall, the quote emphasizes the importance of collective support and our shared responsibility towards one another.

By Walter Scott
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