Clearer than in the venerated napkin, better than in color or marble of choicest art, it appears in each virtuous deed, in every act of self-sacrifice, in all magnanimous toil, in any recognition of Human Brotherhood.
Sumner emphasizes the importance of virtuous actions and self-sacrifice in demonstrating true humanity.
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