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Beast Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle

“I should dearly love that the world should be ever so little better for my presence. Even on this small stage we have our two sides, and something might be done by throwing all one's weight on the scale of breadth, tolerance, charity, temperance, peace, and kindliness to man and beast. We can't…” quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
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“I should dearly love that the world should be ever so little better for my presence. Even on this small stage we have our two sides, and something might be done by throwing all one's weight on the scale of breadth, tolerance, charity, temperance, peace, and kindliness to man and beast. We can't all strike very big blows, and even the little ones count for something.”

Arthur Conan Doyle

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Lost World by Arthur Conan Doyle, 1912

Each individual can improve the world in modest ways through compassion and tolerance, even if grand actions are impossible.

In simple terms: Small acts of kindness matter.

Key Takeaway

Act with compassion daily.

Themes

compassion humility impact

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational ethical

When to use this quote

  • community service
  • environmental stewardship
  • personal relationships
  • volunteering

Key Concepts

ethical responsibility social contribution

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you incorporate kindness into daily routines?
  • What small actions can you take to promote tolerance?
A Different Perspective

Impact may be limited without systemic change.

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