“Very little of the great cruelty shown by men can really be attributed to cruel instinct. Most of it comes from thoughtlessness or inherited habit. Extract from 'Memories of childhood and youth.'”
Quote by Albert Schweitzer
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Albert Schweitzer
Albert Schweitzer, born on January 14, 1875, and died on September 4, 1965, was a German theologian, musician, philosopher, and physician. He is renowned for his missionary work in Africa. more
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