Quote by Samuel Johnson

It is not true that people are naturally equal for no two people can be together for even a half an hour without one acquiring an evident superiority over the other.

It is not true that people are naturally equal for no two pe

Summary

This quote implies that inherent equality between individuals is not a natural state, as even brief interactions can reveal one person's superiority over another. It suggests that inherent differences or qualities, whether in intellect, skill, or charisma, lead to a hierarchy within human interactions. Essentially, the quote challenges the notion of equality by emphasizing the presence of disparities and the inevitability of someone possessing a noticeable advantage over others, even in a short period of time.

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