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“Life is given for wisdom, and yet we are not wise; for goodness, and we are not good; for overcoming evil, and evil remains; for patience and sympathy and love, and yet we are fretful and hard and weak and selfish. We are keyed not to attainment, but to the struggle toward it.”

Quote by Thornton T. Munger

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Thornton T. Munger

Thornton T. Munger, born in 1883 in the United States, was a mysterious historical figure. His profession and category remain unclear to this day. According to limited information, he was active in American society in the early 20th century. The details of Munger's life and achievements are little known, but his influence may have been significant in a particular field. more

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