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Taste every fruit of every tree in the garden at least once. It is an insult to creation not to experience it fully. Tem
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"Taste every fruit of every tree in the garden at least once. It is an insult to creation not to experience it fully. Temperance is wickedness"

- Stephen Fry

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This quote by Stephen Fry encourages us to experience the world around us to its maximum. He recommends that we need to try every fruit from every tree in the garden, as it is an insult to creation not to do so. Fry likewise implies that temperance, or small amounts, is a form of wickedness. He is suggesting that we need to not restrict ourselves, but rather accept the abundance of the world and all its offerings. This quote encourages us to be adventurous and to explore the world around us. It is a tip to take advantage of the opportunities that life presents us with, and to not be afraid to attempt something brand-new. Fry's quote is a call to action, advising us to live life to the maximum and to not hesitate to take risks.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Stephen Fry somewhere between August 24, 1957 and today. He/she was a famous Comedian from United Kingdom. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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