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For whatever a man has, is in reality only a gift
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"For whatever a man has, is in reality only a gift"

- Christoph Martin Wieland

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This quote by Christoph Martin Wieland speaks to the idea that all of the belongings and achievements that a person has in life are not always made, but rather are gifts from a higher power. This might be translated as a pointer to be grateful for the true blessings that one has in life, and to not take them for approved. It could likewise be seen as a suggestion to be modest and to recognize that all of the successes and possessions that one has are not necessarily due to their own hard work and effort, however rather are gifts from a higher power. This quote might also be analyzed as a tip to be generous and to share the presents that a person has been given with others. Eventually, this quote is a pointer to be appreciative for the true blessings that a person has in life, and to recognize that they are presents from a higher power.

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Germany Flag This quote is written / told by Christoph Martin Wieland between September 5, 1733 and January 20, 1813. He/she was a famous Poet from Germany. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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