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Abandon Quote by Pliny the Elder

“Man alone at the very moment of his birth, cast naked upon the naked earth, does she abandon to cries and lamentations.” quote by Pliny the Elder
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“Man alone at the very moment of his birth, cast naked upon the naked earth, does she abandon to cries and lamentations.”

Pliny the Elder

About This Quote

At birth, a newborn is naked and vulnerable, yet the world does not abandon its cries.

In simple terms: New life is exposed and needs care.

Key Takeaway

Provide support to the vulnerable.

Themes

birth vulnerability care humanity

Mood

empathetic concerned

Type

social humanitarian

When to use this quote

  • newborn needing care
  • society responding to cries
  • someone feeling abandoned

Key Concepts

compassion social responsibility existence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies better protect the most vulnerable?
  • What personal actions can you take to help?
A Different Perspective

Support may be insufficient; neglect persists.

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