Poor man. Poor mankind.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A brief expression of pity for humanity's suffering and flaws.
- In plain terms
- Humans are sad and difficult.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge human struggle.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What pains you about humanity?
Another view
Humans also create good and joy.
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