Famous quote by Charles de Gaulle

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Dont ask me whos influenced me. A lion is made up of the lambs hes digested, and Ive been reading all my life
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"Don't ask me who's influenced me. A lion is made up of the lambs he's digested, and I've been reading all my life"

- Charles de Gaulle

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This quote by Charles de Gaulle is a metaphor for the concept that we are all affected by the things we consume. He is stating that, similar to a lion is comprised of the lambs it has digested, he has been influenced by all the important things he has read throughout his life. This quote is a tip that we are all formed by the things we consume, whether it be books, motion pictures, music, or conversations. It is very important to be conscious of what we are taking in, as it will form our thoughts and viewpoints. We ought to make every effort to take in things that will help us grow and learn, instead of things that will restrict our point of views. Charles de Gaulle's quote is a pointer to be conscious of what we are consuming and to use it to our advantage.

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Charles de Gaulle This quote is written / told by Charles de Gaulle between November 22, 1890 and November 9, 1970. He was a famous Leader from France. The author also have 49 other quotes.

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