Quote by Cesare Pavese

All sins have their origin in a sense of inferiority, otherwise called ambition.

All sins have their origin in a sense of inferiority, otherw

Summary

This quote suggests that the root cause of all sins is an underlying feeling of inferiority or ambition. It implies that individuals commit wrongdoings because they seek to achieve or surpass others due to an inherent sense of inadequacy. This sense of inferiority or ambition drives individuals to engage in sinful behaviors to compensate for their perceived shortcomings. Thus, the quote implies that personal insecurities and ambition play a crucial role in the manifestation of human vices.

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Ambition

By Cesare Pavese

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