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Quote by Anatole France
It is almost impossible systematically to constitute a natural mor

It is almost impossible systematically to constitute a natural moral law. Nature has no principles. She furnishes us with no reason to believe that human life is to be respected. Nature, in her indifference, makes no distinction between good and evil. – Anatole France

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Never lend books, for no one ever returns them. The only books I have in my library are those that other folks have lent me. – Anatole France

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The dog is a religious animal. In his savage state he worships the moon and the lights that float upon the waters. These are his gods to whom he appeals at night with long-drawn howls. – Anatole France

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He gave her a look you could have poured on a waffle. – Ring Lardner

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Understanding a person does not mean condoning; it only means that one does not accuse him as if one were God or a judge placed above him. – Erich Fromm

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By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. – Benjamin Franklin (Thank you, Kyle.)

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