Quote by Horace

Undeservedly you will atone for the sins of your fathers.

Undeservedly you will atone for the sins of your fathers.

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals may be held accountable or punished for the wrongdoings committed by their ancestors, even if they personally had no involvement or responsibility in those actions. It highlights the notion that sometimes innocent individuals are burdened with the consequences or repercussions of past behavior, based solely on their ancestral ties. It reflects the idea that history or ancestral actions can shape and affect the circumstances and experiences of future generations, sometimes unjustly.

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