To kill a man will be considered as disgusting [in the twentieth century] as we in this day consider it disgusting to eat one.
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Give me the life of the boy whose mother is nurse, seamstress, washerwoman, cook, teacher, angel, and saint, all in one, and whose father is guide, exemplar, and friend. No servants to come between. These are the boys who are born to the best fortune.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A strong upbringing by dedicated parents shapes a child's fortune and character.
Andrew Carnegie emphasizes the profound impact that devoted parents have on their children's lives. He highlights that when children are raised by parents who play multiple crucial roles—such as caregiver, educator, and moral guide—without the interference of hired help, they are afforded greater opportunities and have a better chance at success in life.
Themes
ParentingFamilyUpbringingFortuneEducation
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about parental involvement in education, one might quote Carnegie to emphasize the importance of active parents.
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