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If those committed to the quest fail, they will be forgiven. When lost, they will find another way. The moral imperative
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"If those committed to the quest fail, they will be forgiven. When lost, they will find another way. The moral imperative of humanism is the endeavor alone, whether successful or not, provided the effort is honorable and failure memorable"

- E. O. Wilson

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This quote by E. O. Wilson speaks to the importance of determination and strength in the face of failure. It recommends that even if we stop working in our ventures, we will be forgiven which we will discover another way. It emphasizes the moral imperative of humanism, which is to strive for success, even if it is not accomplished. The effort is what matters, not the result. The quote motivates us to make our failures remarkable, to gain from them and to keep going. It is a pointer that failure is not completion, however rather a chance to grow and to attempt again. Ultimately, it is a suggestion that we need to never give up on our dreams and goals, no matter how difficult the journey may be.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by E. O. Wilson between June 10, 1929 and December 26, 2021. He was a famous Scientist from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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