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Limited in his nature, infinite in his desire, man is a fallen god who remembers heaven
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"Limited in his nature, infinite in his desire, man is a fallen god who remembers heaven"

- Alphonse de Lamartine

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Alphonse de Lamartine between October 21, 1790 and February 28, 1869. He/she was a famous Poet from France. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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