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Teddy Roosevelt: “We can not live up to these teachings as we should; for in the presence of infinite might and infinite wisdom, the…”

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We can not live up to these teachings as we should; for in the presence of infinite might and infinite wisdom, the strength of the strongest man is but weakness, and the keenest of mortal eyes see but dimly.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This quote reflects Roosevelt's belief in the limitations of human strength and understanding in the face of greater forces.

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