O poor mortals, how ye make this earth bitter for each other.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Humans make life difficult for each other through their actions.
- In plain terms
- People make life bitter for one another.
- What can you take from it?
- Human behavior often causes suffering.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we make life bitter?
Another view
Humans also create joy and support for each other.
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