Quote by Thomas Paine

Titles are but nicknames, and every nickname is a title.

Titles are but nicknames, and every nickname is a title.

Summary

This quote suggests that titles, whether formal or informal, function as nicknames ultimately. It implies that labels or designations given to individuals are merely names assigned to them, regardless of their prestige or significance. It emphasizes that even casual or informal nicknames hold a certain level of personal or social importance, as each nickname functions as a form of title. Ultimately, this quote challenges the idea that titles carry inherent value or elevate one's status, highlighting the interchangeable nature of names and their impact on our perception and identity.

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Identity

By Thomas Paine

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