Quote by R. Scott Bakker

Saying 'I could have done more,' Zin, is what marks a man as a man and not a God.

Saying 'I could have done more,' Zin, is what marks a man as

Summary

This quote suggests that acknowledging one's limitations and expressing remorse for not taking more action is a characteristic of humanity. By admitting that they could have done more, a person recognizes their imperfections and shows humility. It implies that true greatness lies in the ability to recognize one's flaws and strive for improvement, rather than pretending to be infallible like a god.

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By R. Scott Bakker

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