Quote by Oscar Wilde

I think that God, in creating man, somewhat overestimated his ability.

I think that God, in creating man, somewhat overestimated hi

Summary

This quote implies that the speaker believes that God may have given humans more power, intelligence, or potential than they actually possess. It suggests a sense of dissatisfaction or disappointment in the capabilities and achievements of mankind. The statement highlights a belief that humans may not have lived up to their expected potential as envisioned by a divine creator.

By Oscar Wilde

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