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You forget that the fruits belong to all and that the land belongs to no one
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"You forget that the fruits belong to all and that the land belongs to no one"

- Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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This quote by Jean-Jacques Rousseau is a reminder that the resources of the world are not owned by any one person or group. The fruits of the land, such as food, water, and other resources, are suggested to be shared by all. Rousseau is suggesting that no one must have special rights to the land or its resources. He is promoting for a more fair circulation of resources, so that everybody can take advantage of them. This quote also talks to the idea of stewardship of the land, and the responsibility of all individuals to look after the environment and its resources. Rousseau is highlighting the importance of cumulative responsibility and the need to share resources in order to guarantee that everyone has access to them. This quote is a tip that all of us have a responsibility to look after the land and its resources, and to share them with others.

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Jean-Jacques Rousseau This quote is written / told by Jean-Jacques Rousseau between June 28, 1712 and July 2, 1778. He was a famous Philosopher from France. The author also have 55 other quotes.

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