Admire and adore the Author of the telescopic universe, love and esteem the work, do all in your power to lessen ill, and increase good, but never assume to comprehend.
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Property monopolized or in the possession of a few is a curse to mankind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Monopolization of property by a few individuals harms society as a whole.
John Adams highlights the detrimental effects of property being concentrated in the hands of a small number of individuals, suggesting that such monopolies lead to social and economic injustices that ultimately curse humanity. This quote advocates for a more equitable distribution of resources, emphasizing the importance of fairness and community over individual wealth accumulation.
Themes
PropertyMonopolySocietyEqualityJustice
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about economic reform, one might use this quote to illustrate the importance of equitable resource distribution.
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