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# Lessing

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Lessing is a German surname of Slavic origin. The original Sorbian form, Lěsnik, means either "forest dweller" or "woodman", lěs meaning "wood forest".

##  Quotes by Lessing

> [“People who lack economic and social power often expand their physical impact on the world." "-In Pursuit of Silence”](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/lessing/people-who-lack-economic-and-social-power-often-expand-their-physical/)

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